Two Bit Ranch-Hazardous Fuels Reduction Treatment
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 24RFP11831
- State
- South Dakota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
Opportunity details come from postingboard.esmsolutions.com. Updated .
About this opportunity
The South Dakota Department of Public Safety Wildland Fire Division (SDWF) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for hazardous fuels reduction treatment on approximately 24.27 acres of property near Deadwood, located in Lincoln County. The project involves comprehensive vegetation management, including thinning, piling, and chipping/mulching/grinding of the site to reduce wildfire risks. Qualified contractors are invited to submit proposals demonstrating expertise in wildland fire mitigation and vegetation management. Evaluation criteria will include cost, personnel expertise, available resources, project experience, site familiarity, proposed performance methods, project timeline, and biomass utilization strategies. The RFP allows for potential multiple contractor awards, with proposals due by December 13, 2024. Interested contractors may submit written inquiries via email to Jordon Harrington at Jordon.harrington@state.sd.us, using the subject line "RFP # 11831" before the specified deadline. The contract term is anticipated to be three years, with potential state renewal options.
The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The RFP requires contractors to provide detailed information about previous and current similar service contracts, indicating a preference for experienced vendors with proven capabilities in hazardous fuels reduction treatments. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the provided documents, the project scope suggests a substantial investment in wildfire mitigation infrastructure. The SDWF reserves the right to negotiate service scope, terms, and compensation with the highest-ranked proposal submitter, and maintains the ability to reject any or all proposals. The project area, known as Two Bit Ranch, is mapped and located in Section 30, Township 5N, Range 4E, providing geographic specificity for potential bidders. Contractors will be expected to demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the site's specific ecological and fire mitigation requirements.
Opportunity text
The purpose of this RFP is to solicit proposals from qualified contractors to perform hazardous fuels reduction treatment on approximately 24.27 acres of property located near Deadwood, SD, Section 30 Township 5N Range 4E. SDWF contracts may be entered into with more than one contractor as a result of this RFP.
Contractors may make written inquiries by email concerning this RFP to obtain clarification of requirements. No inquiries will be accepted after the date and time indicated in the Schedule of Activities. Email inquiries must be sent to Jordon Harrington at Jordon.harrington@state.sd.us with the subject line "RFP # 11831"
SDWF will respond to vendor inquiries via e-mail. All contractors will be informed of any inquiries and SDWF's response. Contractors may not rely on any other statements, either of a written or oral nature, that alter any specification or other term or condition of this RFP. Contractors will be notified in the same manner as indicated above regarding any modifications to this RFP.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFP Document.pdf | ||
| Two Bit Ranch Map.pdf |
On GovTribe
Work this opportunity
- Track it in your pipeline
- Similar opportunities
- Ask GovTribe AI about this opportunity