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Vegetation Management via Livestock Grazing

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State & Local

Submission Closed06/02/2026, 07:59:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 112410

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Prescribed Herbivory (Grazing Services)This subcontract, managed by the Humboldt County Resource Conservation District in California, focuses on providing prescribed herbivory services to support CAL FIRE forest health projects. The primary objective is to reduce understory vegetation through managed grazing, utilizing livestock such as goats, sheep, or cattle. The contractor is responsible for supplying the necessary animals and managing the grazing process, which includes the provision of essential infrastructure such as fencing and water troughs. These services are delivered to prime contractors to implement biological vegetation control as part of broader forest management efforts.

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Rumsey Prescribed GrazingThe Yolo County Resource Conservation District is implementing the Rumsey Prescribed Grazing project in the Capay Valley along Highway 16 to reduce fire danger and create managed vegetation buffers for the community of Rumsey. The project utilizes high-density, short-duration grazing with sheep and goats rotated through small paddocks on specific parcels of historical agricultural land. This effort is guided by a certified Rangeland Management Plan and is designed to slow approaching fires to protect evacuation routes and improve firefighting conditions. To ensure environmental compliance, the project includes strict biological protections. These include a 20-foot no-disturbance buffer around blue elderberry shrubs, the exclusion of livestock from wetlands and riparian areas, and the timing of grazing to avoid disturbing great blue heron rookeries. If operations occur during the nesting bird season from February 1st to September 15th, a qualified biologist must conduct surveys within one week of the start of work to ensure compliance with the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. The project is managed by the Yolo County Resource Conservation District and is classified as a minor land alteration under a Notice of Exemption.

Yolo County Resource Conservation District

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Prescribed Herbivory (Grazing) ServicesThis subcontract for Prescribed Herbivory Services, managed by the Mariposa County Resource Conservation agency in California, focuses on providing livestock for targeted grazing and fuel reduction. The contractor is responsible for utilizing goats or sheep and temporary fencing to perform prescribed herbivory, effectively reducing fine fuels to support CAL FIRE forest health projects. The primary objective is to deliver grazed acreage with significantly reduced fuel loads while strictly adhering to biological resource standards to protect sensitive species. This work is categorized under NAICS code 112410 and is performed within the 95338 zip code area.

Mariposa County Resource Conservation

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Sheep Grazing ServicesThe contract engages a provider to supply and manage 500 head of sheep for a three-month period each year from May through August to control vegetation across 130 acres at Magnolia Ranch. Responsibilities include ensuring the health and welfare of the flock, maintaining secure fencing, and providing reliable water access throughout the grazing period. All activities must align with established ecological protections to preserve native plant and animal habitats, with strict adherence to environmental regulations and land management standards. The service is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 112410, operated through the California State Office of the Department of the Interior, and is intended to support sustainable land stewardship through targeted, non-mechanical vegetation management.

California State Office

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Goat Grazing for Fuel ReductionButte County in California is seeking a subcontractor for a biological fuel reduction project utilizing goat herds. This initiative focuses on managing vegetation in specific areas where traditional manual or mechanical clearing methods are impractical, aiming to reduce wildfire fuel loads. The project is categorized under NAICS code 112410 and is associated with performance locations in the 95965 zip code area. Further details regarding the project can be accessed through the California Environmental Quality Act net portal.

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Targeted Livestock Grazing for Fuel ManagementThe Targeted Livestock Grazing for Fuel Management subcontract, issued by the Fall River Resource Conservation Demonstration in California, focuses on reducing understory biomass through biological grazing methods. The scope of work involves providing and managing goats or sheep to consume brush and understory vegetation on specific project sites. To execute these services, the contractor is responsible for deploying and maintaining portable fencing and watering systems to ensure effective grazing coverage and animal welfare. To qualify for this subcontract, providers must adhere to strict operational standards, including obtaining necessary livestock health certifications and required grazing permits. This initiative is categorized under NAICS code 112410 and serves as a fuel management strategy to mitigate wildfire risks by managing vegetation. The contract is structured as a subcontract intended for prime contractors working on Fall River Resource Conservation District projects.

Fall River Resource Conservation Demonstration

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Prescriptive Goat Grazing ServicesThis subcontract for Prescriptive Goat Grazing Services involves the temporary deployment of goats to manage fine fuels and understory vegetation within ecologically sensitive areas. Managed by the Fish and Wildlife Region 1 Northern Region in California, the project focuses on targeted grazing to reduce wildfire risks and maintain ecological health. The scope of work encompasses all necessary operational logistics, including the transport of animals, the installation of fencing, ongoing monitoring, and comprehensive waste management. The services will be performed in Weed, California, under NAICS code 112410. Posted on December 17, 2025, this initiative represents a strategic effort by the agency to utilize biological tools for vegetation control in a manner that protects the surrounding environment.

Fish and Wildlife, Region 1 - Northern Region, Redding and Eureka

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Targeted Grazing Services for Fuel Load ReductionThe San Diego County agency in California is seeking a subcontractor for Targeted Grazing Services for Fuel Load Reduction. This project involves the strategic deployment of livestock, specifically goats or sheep, to graze vegetation within designated fuel break areas to mitigate fire risks. The selected provider will be responsible for all operational logistics, including the transport of animals, installation of temporary fencing, and ensuring consistent access to water. To maintain environmental integrity, the contractor must provide active monitoring to prevent overgrazing and avoid ecological damage to the land. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 112410 and was posted on December 9, 2025. Detailed project information can be accessed through the California Environmental Quality Act net portal.

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Targeted Grazing for Fuel ReductionThis subcontract for Targeted Grazing for Fuel Reduction involves providing livestock to prime contractors for fuels management projects managed by the Tuolumne County Resource Conservation District. The selected provider will deploy sheep or goats to specific project areas to reduce vegetation height and density through prescribed herbivory, utilizing portable fencing and water troughs to manage the animals. All work must be performed in strict accordance with animal welfare standards and the California Environmental Quality Act. The project is categorized under NAICS code 112410 and is located within the 95370 zip code area of California.

Tuolumne County Resource Conservation District

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11 months ago

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AI Contract Overview

The contract involves the execution of controlled livestock grazing on 175 acres of protected land to manage vegetation, suppress invasive plant species, and promote ecological restoration. The work is designed to align with conservation goals by using grazing as a sustainable, targeted method to reduce excess biomass and restore native plant communities without reliance on chemical or mechanical interventions. The scope emphasizes precision in grazing intensity, timing, and animal density to achieve ecological outcomes while minimizing harm to sensitive habitats or wildlife. This subcontract is issued by the California Department of Fish & Wildlife under NAICS code 112410, which pertains to animal production excluding aquaculture. The solicitation was posted on April 27, 2026, with responses due by June 2, 2026. While the specific location details are not provided, the performance is restricted to protected lands within California. The contract does not specify a set-aside classification and lacks details on the point of contact or exact site boundaries, requiring prospective bidders to review the linked portal for further operational and regulatory requirements.

General Info

Controlled livestock grazing on 175 acres for vegetation management and ecological restoration by California Fish & Wildlife.

Agency

California Department of Fish & Wildlife

NAICS

112410 - Sheep Farming

Place of Performance

CA, USA

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NONE

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedApr 27

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Response DeadlineJun 2

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Submission Closed

06/02/2026, 07:59:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyCalifornia Department of Fish & Wildlife

ContactsNo contacts available

OfficeN/A

Organization / AgencyCalifornia Department of Fish & Wildlife

Office AddressN/A

ContactsNo contact information available

Full Description

Conduct controlled livestock grazing to reduce excess vegetation, manage invasive plant species, and support ecological restoration on 175 acres of protected land.