Shade Trees for Southern California’s Deserts

The Shade Trees for Southern California's Deserts project, managed by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), involves the planting of 6,000 #15 trees across desert communities in Imperial and Riverside Counties, specifically within the Coachella Valley. The scope of work requires the Imperial Irrigation District to distribute the planting equally, with 3,000 trees placed on residential properties and 3,000 trees placed in public spaces. To support the sustainability of the initiative, the project also includes the implementation of a tree stewards program and comprehensive community outreach. The project is classified under NAICS code 561730 and has been granted a Class 4 Categorical Exemption under Section 15304 for minor alterations to land, indicating that the activities will not result in significant adverse environmental impacts. Administrative oversight is provided by CAL FIRE's Sacramento Headquarters, with Walter Passmore serving as the primary state point of contact. While the project's environmental and operational goals are defined, specific contract values, pricing schedules, and performance periods are not detailed in the provided documentation.