Grazing Services For City Of Davis Open Space And Stormwater Utility Facilities

The City of Davis is soliciting proposals for livestock grazing services to maintain vegetation within its Stormwater and Open Space areas across East, North, and West Davis. The selected contractor will utilize sheep and goats to manage vegetation at 14 specific sites, including the Woodbridge Natural Area, over a three-year grazing period from 2027 to 2029. Key performance requirements include the use of humane and holistic grazing applications, protecting sensitive species from girdling, and ensuring no areas are grazed down to bare ground. Contractors must comply with the USDA Animal Welfare Act and California Department of Food and Agriculture livestock movement requirements. Proposals must be submitted electronically to Chris Gardner by November 20, 2026, and are limited to ten pages using at least a 12-point font. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale, with a focus on expertise in holistic grazing. The contractor is required to provide a cost-per-acre fee schedule and evidence of comprehensive, general, and professional liability insurance. Additionally, the agreement mandates strict adherence to California Prevailing Wage Laws and requires that all submitted reports be produced on recycled paper. Payment is processed via monthly itemized statements with a 45-day review and payment term.