North Zone (NZ) Trail Brushing

The USDA Forest Service issued solicitation AG-02RC-S-15-0030 for trail brushing and maintenance services within the North Zone of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, specifically serving the North Fork and Palouse Ranger Districts. This total small business set-aside contract, categorized under NAICS 115310, requires contractors to provide all necessary labor, supervision, equipment, and materials to perform brushing and maintenance on various trail types, including cross country ski and pack and saddle trails. The scope of work is defined by a base schedule of four trail items and several option items, with specific locations and quantities detailed in individual task orders. Technical requirements for the project are extensive, encompassing specific clearing limits, waterbar cleaning specifications, and ATV rolling dip cleaning. Contractors must adhere to strict environmental and operational guidelines, including minimum impact camping requirements to protect wilderness resources and specialized design criteria for work performed within 300 feet of live water to comply with fisheries biological assessments. The project involves multiple contract areas, including the Palouse Divide and various quads such as Lookout Peak and Cook Mountain, and includes tasks such as logging out down trees in specific sections.