Operational Fuel Treatment Project - Seymour River and Indian River Drive

The District of North Vancouver is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to perform operational fuel treatment works across 32.8 hectares of parkland and forest interface areas, specifically in the Seymour River and Indian River Drive zones, to reduce wildfire risk. The project includes hazard tree removal, thinning from below, surface fuel reduction, pruning, and debris removal, all aligned with provincially approved prescriptions and regulatory standards. Funding is jointly provided by the Union of BC Municipalities Community Resiliency Investment Program and the District of North Vancouver, ensuring the initiative supports community safety and forest resilience. Proposals must encompass all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and incidentals required to complete the work in accordance with the specified scope and approved plans. The solicitation, identified as BCRFP-043-26, is open for submissions with a response deadline of July 10, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 113310 for forest management services. Although listed under federal procurement systems, the contracting authority is the District of North Vancouver, with all correspondence directed to the purchasing office at purchasing@dnv.org. The work area is divided into two distinct units: 3.8 hectares in Seymour River and 29.0 hectares along Indian River Drive, each requiring precise execution to meet environmental and safety objectives. Interested proponents are expected to demonstrate experience in ecological forest operations, regulatory compliance, and the ability to safely conduct operations in sensitive natural areas.