Heavy Equipment-Based Mechanical Vegetation Mulching

The contract involves the mechanical removal and mulching of dense vegetation across conservation lands, fire lines, roads, and levees using heavy-duty mulching equipment, with strict requirements to preserve designated trees and ensure even distribution of mulch across treated areas. The work is critical for maintaining fire mitigation zones, improving access, and supporting ecological health in sensitive landscapes managed by the St. Johns River Water Management District in Florida. The solicitation is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 238990, with a deadline for responses on July 29, 2026, and was posted on July 14, 2026. Performance is expected to occur across various locations within Florida, though specific sites are not detailed. bidders must possess appropriate heavy equipment, experienced operators, and the ability to adhere to environmental preservation standards while completing tasks in potentially remote or ecologically sensitive areas.