Ronan creek planting

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) has issued a limited solicitation (Number DNRC-LimtSol-2024-1035JK) for the Ronan Creek Tree Planting project, targeting tree seedling planting services within the Northwestern Land Office's Kalispell Unit in Lake County. The procurement involves planting 150.3 thousand tree seedlings between April 15, 2024, and June 30, 2024, with comprehensive associated services including survival stake installation, net installation and maintenance, shade tube installation and maintenance, and optional deer repellent application. Potential contractors must complete prerequisite steps such as registering with the Secretary of State and reviewing debarment information. The solicitation opened on January 31, 2024, with a proposal submission deadline of February 27, 2024. Bidders are required to review multiple attachments, including forest fire regulations and working in bear habitat guidelines, and must adhere to Montana prevailing wage requirements. The primary contact for this solicitation is Jonathan Kaker, reachable at jonathan.kaker@mt.gov or (406) 444-6724.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations. The state will provide most materials for the project, including stakes, nets, bamboo, shade tubes, and shade cards, with the contractor responsible for installation, maintenance, and specific application services. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project appears to require specialized environmental restoration and tree planting expertise. The procurement involves multiple service line items priced on a per-unit basis, suggesting potential flexibility in contractor selection. Though specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the project—involving extensive tree planting and maintenance services across a significant area—indicates a substantial contract value. Interested vendors should carefully review all documentation and ensure compliance with technical specifications and regulatory requirements before submitting a proposal.