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Mechanical Mulching/Shredding Services

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Response Deadline10/27/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Mechanical Mulching/Shredding Services involves the removal of standing live and dead pinyon and juniper trees across 637 acres for prime contractors on State of Utah projects. The selected provider will utilize wheeled or tracked mechanical mulching and shredding equipment, such as Bullhog machinery, to clear the designated vegetation. To be eligible for this work, operators must hold a valid heavy equipment operation license for the State of Utah. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 115310, with a response deadline set for October 27, 2026.

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Mechanical mulching of 637 acres in Utah; licensed operators required by October 2026.

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NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

Place of Performance

UT, USA

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of AS27-120.

The full solicitation package (7 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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AS27-120 Shurtz Canyon Mastication

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PostedOct 16

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Response DeadlineOct 27

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10/27/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTCin 10 days

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Performs mechanical mulching and shredding of standing live and dead pinyon and juniper trees for prime contractors on State of Utah projects. Utilizes wheeled or tracked mechanical mulching/shredders, such as Bullhog equipment, to clear vegetation across 637 acres. Requires heavy equipment operation licensure for the State of Utah. Delivers 637 acres of mechanically mulched and shredded vegetation.

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