Foresthill Transfer Station Fuel Load Reduction Project 2

Placer County has issued solicitation number 20260827008 for the Foresthill Transfer Station Fuel Load Reduction Project 2. The project involves hazardous fuel reduction across 23.4 acres divided into five treatment areas to create 100 feet of defensible space around structures and roadside areas, specifically targeting forests affected by the Mosquito Fire. The scope of work includes mastication, hand thinning of standing dead trees, chipping, and pile construction. Notably, Unit 5 requires hand thinning only due to weight restrictions near the landfill cap. All work must comply with the Placer County Hazardous Vegetation and Combustible Material Abatement Ordinance, the Western Slope Placer County Community Wildfire Protection Plan, and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, with required nesting bird surveys conducted between February 1 and August 31. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder, with evaluation criteria including the financial ability to perform the work, previous legal compliance, and the capacity to meet the specified timeline. Placer County offers a 5.0 percent local vendor preference for eligible businesses and a 10 percent preference for recycled products. Bidders must provide lump sum pricing for three specific items covering the five treatment units. Submissions are due by September 18, 2026, and must be signed by an authorized representative. Payment is issued on a Net 30-day basis following the inspection and acceptance of services by the County.