FAC 120 - Hazard Tree Removal, Mohawk State Forest FY27

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation is soliciting bids for the removal and mitigation of hazardous and dead trees within the Mohawk Trail State Forest Day Use Area and Campground in Charlemont, MA. The project is estimated to run from November 23, 2026, to December 23, 2026. The selected vendor must provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and supervision, ensuring compliance with OSD Statewide Contract FAC 120, OSHA regulations, and Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Regulations. A key requirement is that the onsite superintendent must hold a valid Massachusetts Certified Arborist or International Society of Arboriculture certification. Award decisions will be based on best value, evaluating price, equipment, safety programs, and the qualifications of onsite staff, with particular consideration given to prior experience with DCR state parks. Bidders must submit a mandatory Bidder Response Form, three professional references, and certified insurance policies via the Commbuys portal by November 12, 2026. The contract requires adherence to prevailing wage laws and mandates strict quality standards, including specific stump heights, wood waste disposal regulations, and a one-year workmanship guarantee. Payment is processed via email upon the completion of work under a Notice to Proceed or Work Order.