Silver Star Park FM Operational Treatment - TU2

BC Parks is soliciting qualified contractors to perform fuel management treatments on approximately 7.8 hectares within Treatment Unit 2 of Silver Star Park, near the Silver Star Mountain Resort boundary, to mitigate wildfire risks to surrounding recreation areas and nearby residential zones. The work will involve manual understory thinning, pruning of vegetation to eliminate ladder fuels, and the reduction of surface fuels through piling and prescribed burning, all conducted by hand due to the steep and challenging terrain, with slopes reaching up to 65%. The project site is characterized by dense vegetation, proximity to public trails and private properties, and requires strict adherence to environmental safeguards including riparian buffer protections and wildlife activity windows. Contractors must demonstrate proven experience in wildland fuel treatment, exceptional safety protocols, and the ability to operate responsibly in high-use, sensitive natural environments while complying with detailed operational prescriptions. The solicitation, titled Silver Star Park FM Operational Treatment - TU2 and identified by BC230035, was posted on June 3, 2026, with proposals due by July 1, 2026. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 115310 and is issued by the Ministry of Environment and Parks under the Government of Canada. All work must align with provincial and federal environmental standards, and bidders should possess the technical capacity, equipment, and personnel to safely execute complex fuel reduction operations in rugged, ecologically sensitive areas. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Stefanie Rothenburger, Contracting Authority, reachable via email at Stefanie.Rothenburger@gov.bc.ca.