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Blowdown Maintenance and Debris Removal

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Response Deadline11/18/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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The Blowdown Maintenance and Debris Removal subcontract involves providing specialized clearing services for prime contractors working on New York State Department of Environmental Conservation projects. The scope of work focuses on the identification and removal of fallen trees, limbs, and storm debris from trail treads. This process includes bucking and cutting logs into manageable sections utilizing rigging equipment and chainsaws to ensure trails are fully cleared. Qualified providers must hold a valid chainsaw safety certification, such as S-212, to perform these tasks. The solicitation was posted on October 14, 2026, with a response deadline of November 18, 2026. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 115310 and is dedicated to maintaining the accessibility and safety of state-managed environmental lands.

General Info

Subcontract for debris removal and trail clearing on New York State DEC projects.

Agency

New York → NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

Place of Performance

NY, USA

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 2139523.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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2027 Cold River Horse Trail Backcountry Maintenance

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PostedOct 14

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Response DeadlineNov 18

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11/18/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 30 days

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AgencyNew York → NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

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Performs removal of fallen trees, limbs, and storm debris for prime contractors on NYS Department of Environmental Conservation projects. Identifies fallen timber, bucks and cuts logs into manageable sections, and removes debris from trail treads using chainsaws and rigging equipment. Requires chainsaw safety certification (e.g., S-212). Delivers trails cleared of all fallen timber and storm debris.

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