Due Diligence Posting DCR Wildfire Risk Reduction

The contract provides funding assistance to the City of Gloucester to support hazardous fuels mitigation efforts as outlined in the Cape Ann Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The project aims to establish a fire break and enhance fire road access near the site of the 2023 Sunrise Hill Fire, which posed a significant threat to nearby residences. The funding will cover activities such as mechanical mowing, improving access routes, and treating highly flammable vegetation along critical access points and natural barriers identified to help control wildfire spread. This solicitation, issued by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Forest Fire Control (DCRFC), is open for responses until April 22, 2026. The work will be performed in South Carver, Massachusetts, with Alex Belote serving as the primary point of contact. The focus is on addressing wildfire risk in a strategic and effective manner to protect communities by reducing hazardous fuels in key areas at risk of wildfire impact.