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Forest Fuel Reduction and Thinning

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This subcontract for Forest Fuel Reduction and Thinning, managed by the Sierra Resource Conservation District in California, involves performing fuel reduction and thinning operations for prime contractors on US Forest Service projects within the Sierra National Forest. The primary objective is to create protective buffers for watersheds and communities by thinning overstocked timber and removing ladder fuels. These operations are carried out using feller bunchers, masticators, or hand-crews equipped with chainsaws to ensure thinned forest stands meet specific density and fuel-load requirements. The project adheres to NAICS code 115310 and requires strict compliance with NEPA and US Forest Service safety standards. All work must be executed to deliver forest stands that satisfy the necessary environmental and safety specifications for the region.

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Sierra Resource Conservation District subcontract for fuel reduction and thinning in Sierra National Forest.

Agency

California → Sierra Resource Conservation District

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for ForestryView NAICS

Place of Performance

CA

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This scope was carved out of Upper San Joaquin Kaiser East Protection Project.

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PostedJun 29

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AgencyCalifornia → Sierra Resource Conservation District

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Performs fuel reduction and thinning operations for prime contractors on US Forest Service projects in the Sierra National Forest. Thins overstocked timber and removes ladder fuels to create protective buffers for watersheds and communities using feller bunchers, masticators, or hand-crews with chainsaws. Complies with NEPA and forest service safety standards. Delivers thinned forest stands meeting density and fuel-load requirements.

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