AS27-113 Clarks Valley Lop and Scatter

The State of Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, in coordination with the US Wildland Fire Service and Green River District BLM, is soliciting bids for the Clarks Valley Lop and Scatter project (AS27-113). This project focuses on wildlife habitat improvement and wildland fire hazard reduction across approximately 1,137.6 acres in Carbon and Emery Counties, specifically about five miles north of Wellington, Utah. The scope of work requires the removal of pinyon and juniper using hand saws or chainsaws, consisting of 190.8 acres for full removal and 946.8 acres for thinning of trees 10 inches or less at collar height. All slash must be reduced to within 18 inches of the ground and bucked into lengths not exceeding 6 feet, while remaining at least 10 feet away from unit boundaries, roads, and trails. Participation is strictly limited to pre-qualified contractors, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on a per-acre price. The performance period is scheduled between October 12, 2026, and November 30, 2026, with extensions granted only by the Project Manager if weather permits. Contractors are responsible for all labor, equipment, and transportation, and must adhere to strict environmental protections and safety regulations, including the use of GPS for boundary identification. Payment is issued within 30 days of receiving a correct invoice. Vendors must also certify compliance with anti-boycott actions and maintain statutory workers compensation insurance.