NW - Poosey Conservation Areas - Tree/Brush Removal

The Missouri Department of Conservation is requesting bids on tree and brush removal services at Poosey Conservation Area in Livingston County under IFB MDC 0000000234SL, with responses due August 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time.

The scope includes brush and tree removal using specialized equipment (high-flow skid steer with brush cutters, forestry mulchers, tree shears, and tree saws). Work involves mulching, masticating, or cutting brush and trees up to 6 inches in diameter at breast height and piling trees up to 12 inches diameter across designated areas. The contractor must complete at least 50% of work by December 15, 2026, and finish all ordered services by March 1, 2027. The estimated quantity is 160 hours for the original contract period, with two optional one-year renewal periods of 160 hours each. The supplier must provide all tools, equipment, materials, labor, and supplies at no additional cost beyond the bid price. All prices must be firm and fixed for both the original period and any renewals.

Organizations for the Blind and Sheltered Workshops participating in the contract may receive preference points ranging from 5 to 15 points based on commitment levels of at least 2% or $5,000 of total contract value.

The contract award will be effective for one year from the date of award. The Department reserves the right to terminate for convenience with 30 days' notice, add or remove work areas during the contract period while maintaining firm, fixed prices, and award based on lowest and best bid considering price and supplier responsibility. Suppliers must comply with Missouri state business requirements including tax compliance certification, Secretary of State registration or exemption documentation, E-Verify enrollment if applicable, and employee conflict-of-interest disclosures. Payment is due within 30 calendar days of invoice receipt. No pre-bid conference or site tour is currently scheduled; interested parties may contact Samantha Anderson at samantha.anderson@mdc.mo.gov.