Castle Fire Ecological Restoration Project

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection will execute a large-scale ecological restoration effort across 39,335 acres within the Sequoia National Forest, focusing on areas impacted by the Castle Fire. The project includes mechanical fuels treatments, removal of dead and hazardous trees, manual piling of woody debris, and preparation of units for prescribed burns, all aimed at reducing hazardous fuel loads and restoring ecological function to severely burned forest lands. These activities are strategically positioned within the fire’s footprint to promote resilience and long-term forest health while also mitigating risks to nearby communities along the wildland urban interface. The work is part of a broader initiative to accelerate recovery and reduce the likelihood and intensity of future wildfires in a region with significant ecological and public safety stakes. The contract is forecasted with a posted date of June 4, 2026, and is managed by CAL FIRE under the project title Castle Fire Ecological Restoration Project. All work will occur in California, with no specific city or ZIP code indicated in the performance location. The primary point of contact is David Shy, a Forester II, who can be reached via email at david.shy@fire.ca.gov or by phone at 559-280-5077. The project details are accessible through the provided online link, and while the solicitation number, NAICS code, and set-aside information are not specified, the scope and objectives are clearly defined to support post-fire rehabilitation and community protection through targeted forest management practices.