DNR Mechanical Site Preperation Contract - Northeast Region

The Washington Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for mechanical site preparation services on state-owned forestlands in the Northeast Region, specifically within Pend Oreille County. The project encompasses 134 treatment acres across several units, including Sacheen U1, U2A, U2B, and U4. The contract period runs from November 25, 2024, to June 27, 2025. The scope of work focuses on fuels reduction and silvicultural management, requiring mechanical slash piling with piles between 6 and 30 feet in height, strict boundary compliance, and the protection of natural resources such as seed trees, snags, and riparian buffers. Bids must be submitted by 10:00 AM PST on November 12, 2024, via email or physical mail. The award will be based on best value using a trade-off methodology, with a 10 percent price preference available for certified small and veteran-owned businesses. To be considered responsive, bidders must meet minimum qualifications, provide a completed Bidder's Certification and Assurances Form, and comply with applicable wage laws. Bids exceeding 800 dollars per acre may be deemed non-responsive. Contractors are required to use specific equipment, namely track-mounted excavators with a maximum ground pressure of 10 PSI, a 360-degree pivot, a minimum 22-foot reach, and a closed cab equipped with a grapple or claw rake. Environmental protections are paramount, including a mandatory equipment wash to prevent invasive species and a 50-foot operational buffer from wetlands and live streams. A performance security deposit of 10 percent of the contract value is required, along with Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation insurance. Acceptance of work is contingent upon satisfactory field inspections conducted by a Compliance Forester.