Zion Migration Habitat Improvement Fence

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing and Division of Wildlife Resources (UDWR) has initiated a competitive procurement (Solicitation Number KL22-150) for a wildlife habitat improvement fencing project in Kane County. The contract seeks a qualified contractor to construct approximately 3.3 miles (17,441 feet) of wildlife-friendly fence on private lands, including the installation of nine 12-foot steel panel gates. The project requires the contractor to supply all new fence materials, labor, and equipment, with work to be completed in an area consisting of meadow, brush flats, and some drainage crossings. Bid solicitation was open from May 17, 2022, at 7:00 AM MDT to May 24, 2022, at 2:00 PM MDT, with a mandatory project completion deadline of August 15, 2022. The procurement will utilize commodity code 72154 for fence construction services, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Evaluation criteria included meeting specific prerequisites, providing certifications about business practices, disclosing potential conflicts of interest, and demonstrating compliance with state and federal regulations.

The project is a collaborative effort between UDWR and the US Fish and Wildlife Service, with funding likely derived from state and federal sources. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned in the documentation, bidders were required to meet certain business and regulatory compliance standards. Upon completion, the fence and installed gates will become the property of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. The project appears to be focused on improving wildlife migration habitat, suggesting potential environmental conservation objectives. While no specific budget range was detailed in the available documentation, the scope of work involves significant infrastructure development across approximately 3.3 miles of terrain. The procurement represents an opportunity for contractors with expertise in wildlife-friendly fencing construction and the ability to work in challenging terrain conditions, with a clear emphasis on precision installation and adherence to environmental specifications.