JH27-122 Strawberry Point Hand Cut and Pile

The State of Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands is soliciting bids for the Strawberry Point Hand Cut and Pile project (JH27-122) to perform wildland fire hazardous fuels reduction. The project involves the hand cutting and stacking of live and dead mixed conifer trees, shrubs, and saplings across approximately 98.13 acres in Kane County, Utah. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, equipment, supervision, and transportation, with a strict prohibition on the use of heavy equipment. Key technical specifications include cutting stumps flat within 4 inches of the ground, ensuring no woody pieces exceed 4 feet in length, and maintaining a 5-foot biomass-free perimeter around each pile. The project must be completed by July 31, 2027, and the selected vendor must guarantee pricing through completion. Participation is strictly limited to prequalified contractors. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on a per-acre price evaluation, provided they meet all mandatory minimum experience and equipment qualifications. Contractors must maintain Commercial General Liability insurance with limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate, as well as statutory Workers Compensation. Compliance with the Utah Government Data Privacy Act, E-Verify registration, and strict environmental protocols to prevent the spread of noxious weeds are required. Payments are issued within 30 days of receiving a correct invoice, and the government will conduct both in-progress surveillance and a final inspection to ensure all work meets the specified quality standards.