NC26-32 Wasatch Back Hazardous Fuels Reduction -Chipper Purchase

The State of Utah, through the Division of Purchasing and Forestry, Fire, & State Lands, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of a wood chipper as part of the Wasatch Back Hazardous Fuels Reduction project. The specific equipment sought is a Vermeer BC1500, Brush Bandit 250XP, or equivalent model capable of processing logs up to 12 inches in diameter. Required specifications include a mandatory diesel engine, cutting disk between 32-42 inches in diameter, hydraulic bottom bump bar, Last Chance Cables, and 360-degree discharge capability. The chipper must be delivered no later than April 15, 2026, to the specified location at 2210 S. Hwy 40, Suite B, Heber City, Utah 84032. The procurement process is structured to award a single contract to the lowest cost responsive and responsible vendor, with the vendor required to guarantee pricing for the entire delivery term. The bid is due on October 31, 2025, with no mandatory site visit required for potential bidders.

The solicitation includes several important vendor prerequisites and restrictions, particularly around technology procurement and vendor qualifications. Vendors must comply with Utah Code Annotated 63G-6a and Administrative Code R33, including anti-boycott certifications and restrictions on foreign entities and forced labor products. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating workers' compensation coverage, commercial general liability insurance of at least $1M per occurrence, and commercial automobile liability insurance. Technology solutions must prioritize existing Division of Technology Services (DTS) accounts, with potential requirements for FedRAMP or GovRAMP certifications depending on the specific technology involved. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the procurement emphasizes compliance with anti-discrimination statutes and employment verification systems. The document does not specify a precise award value or budget range, but indicates the procurement is intended to be funded through state resources with potential adjustments based on funding availability.