AS27-118 Color Country Paria River District Lop and Scatter

The State of Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, in conjunction with the Bureau of Land Management, is soliciting bids for the Color Country Paria River District Lop and Scatter project. This contract is limited to pre-qualified contractors and aims to reduce wildfire hazards and improve wildlife habitat through the hand cutting of standing live or dead pinyon pine and juniper trees across approximately 6,523 acres. The work is located in three areas within the Richfield and Kanab field offices, specifically near Antimony, Torrey, and Kanab. The project performance period extends from the date of the executed contract through November 30, 2027, with a specific restriction against cutting between May 1 and July 15, 2027, to protect migratory birds. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on a per-acre price that must include all labor, equipment, and mobilization costs. Contractors are required to provide all necessary equipment, including 4x4 vehicles and chainsaws, and must use GPS units for boundary identification as areas will not be flagged. Technical specifications require 100% removal of target species, with slash height not exceeding 24 inches, cut material length not exceeding 48 inches, and stump heights limited to 6 inches on the uphill side. Final acceptance is contingent upon a project manager's inspection for uniformity and quality; any deficiencies must be corrected by the contractor. Administrative requirements include adherence to the State of Utah Agency Standard Terms and Conditions, with a strict prohibition on bid exceptions. Vendors must certify they are not engaged in an economic boycott of the State of Israel and must maintain statutory workers compensation insurance. Invoicing must occur within 30 days of delivery, with payments processed within 30 days of receipt of a correct invoice. All subcontractors must receive written approval from the project manager prior to starting work.