Spenceville Wildlife Area ¿ Parcel 2 Permit for Excess Vegetation Disposal P2025203

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a Permit for Excess Vegetation Disposal through grazing activities at the Spenceville Wildlife Area (SWA) in Nevada and Yuba Counties. The procurement seeks a contractor to manage vegetation on approximately 2,880 acres of Parcel 2, with primary objectives of vegetation management, fire control, and wildlife habitat improvement through controlled cattle grazing. The permit allows for approximately 366 Animal Unit Months (AUMs) monthly, not exceeding 1,281 AUMs annually, during a three-and-a-half-month grazing period from January 1 to April 15 each year. Bidders must demonstrate livestock ownership sufficient to meet AUM requirements and provide references from previous grazing agreements. A mandatory site inspection is scheduled for April 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., with bid submissions due by May 8, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. The CDFW will award the permit to the responsive, responsible bidder offering the highest price per AUM per month, with the permit term spanning four years and four months from December 15, 2025, to April 15, 2030.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders should be aware that the premises were formerly a military firing range and may contain unexploded ordnance, which could impact operational considerations. The permit requires comprehensive insurance documentation, including minimum coverage levels for commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation, as detailed in the attached Guide to Insurance LUA. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the permit fee will be calculated based on the bidder's offered price per AUM per month, multiplied by 366 AUMs monthly for 3.5 months. Successful bidders will be responsible for all costs associated with vegetation removal, including livestock management, fencing, utility fees, and environmental compliance. The permit is non-exclusive and includes provisions for potential termination or modification based on CDFW's management needs and environmental considerations.