Sly Park Intertie Improvements - Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Plan Implementation

The El Dorado Irrigation District is soliciting proposals under RFQ/RFP26-01 for the implementation of a Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Plan for the Sly Park Intertie Improvements project. The selected contractor will perform habitat restoration on a 0.4-acre site along Clear Creek in Pollock Pines, California. The scope of work includes the mechanical removal of invasive non-native species, such as Himalayan blackberry, the implementation of erosion control using best management practices, and the planting of riparian and upland vegetation. Key performance milestones include planting trees and shrubs by February 1, 2027, and conducting site maintenance from April through December 2027 to ensure a 95 percent survival rate for plantings and at least 75 percent vegetation cover for seeded areas. The project must be completed within 18 months of the Notice to Proceed, which is anticipated for November 2026. All work must comply with the CDFW Streambed Alteration Agreement, the Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification, and US Fish and Wildlife Biological Opinions. Proposals will be awarded based on the highest value and the merit of the entire proposal, provided the project manager or key team members meet the qualification threshold of direct experience in habitat restoration. Contractors are required to maintain comprehensive insurance, including Commercial General Liability of at least 2 million dollars general aggregate and Workers Compensation as required by law. Invoices are to be submitted electronically and will be paid within 30 days of receipt.