CPRA Woody Debris Management

The contract solicitation for Woody Debris Management under RFP 2026-RFP-Informal-00475 is issued by the San Mateo County Parks Department to perform on-site tree and woody debris removal and management at Coyote Point Recreation Area along the Bluff Trail. The work requires the removal of five standing trees, one downed tree, and approximately thirty stumps and root balls, with all debris to be chipped, broadcasted as mulch in designated areas, or hauled away, ensuring no material is deposited near waterways, wetlands, or sensitive ecological zones. All activities must strictly adhere to ANSI Z133 Safety Standards, ANSI A300 Tree Care Standards, and ISA Best Management Practices, along with CAL FIRE guidelines and San Mateo County environmental training requirements. Stump grinding must not exceed six inches above grade, chip layers must be no deeper than twelve inches (preferably six), and soil compaction must be mitigated using traction mats or mulch. The contractor must provide certified payroll records, demonstrate compliance with prevailing wage laws, and maintain Comprehensive General Liability and Motor Vehicle Liability insurance at $1,000,000 each. At least one key personnel member must hold a current ISA Arborist Certification, and all staff must complete environmental awareness training before commencing work. The solicitation requires electronic submission via the OpenGov eProcurement portal by 1:00 p.m. on May 6, 2026, with proposals formatted in PDF, using Times New Roman 12-point font and one-inch margins. Offerors must submit their UEI from SAM.gov, W-9 form, insurance certificates, and, if applicable, IRS Form 990 to verify non-profit status. Local business preferences apply, and contractors must self-certify small business or non-profit status with supporting documentation. For contracts exceeding $200,000, the Levine Act disclosure must be completed, including reporting of campaign contributions to designated County officials. The contract term is limited to one month, with performance expected to begin immediately after award. Evaluation will be based on overall best value, balancing price and the quality of the project approach and proposed schedule, with no formal scoring weights or LPTA designation. The County Arborist and Contract Administrator II serve as the primary technical and contracting contacts, respectively, and the award will be made to the responsive, responsible proposer offering the greatest value to the County. All submissions must adhere strictly to