Seat Memorial Tree/Brush Removal Services

The Missouri Department of Conservation is soliciting bids for tree and brush removal services at the Emmett and Leah Seat Memorial Conservation Area in Worth and Gentry Counties, Missouri. This service procurement is structured as a Blanket Purchase Agreement where work is performed on a firm, fixed-price per machine hour basis. The scope of work requires the use of a skid steer equipped with a brush mower or forestry mulcher to grind vegetation, mulch trees up to 4 inches in diameter at breast height, and pile trees up to 9 inches in diameter. Contractors must adhere to strict environmental and safety protocols, including performing work only during daylight hours on dry or frozen ground, maintaining verified machine hour logs, and ensuring no damage to Department property or unauthorized disposal of hazardous materials. Proposals are due by August 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time and should be submitted electronically via the MissouriBUYS portal. The evaluation process follows a trade-off method based on the lowest and best bid, prioritizing compliance with mandatory requirements such as valid business registration, tax compliance, and E-Verify enrollment. While cost is a primary factor, bidders can earn up to 15 bonus points for committing to participation with Organizations for the Blind or Sheltered Workshops. Successful vendors must also comply with specific state regulations regarding personnel authorization, conflict of interest, and confidentiality. Inspection and acceptance of all services will be conducted on-site by the Department to ensure all work meets the specified diameter and vegetation treatment standards.