P2025305 - Ludwig Grazing

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is soliciting a permit for excess vegetation disposal through managed grazing on the 35‑acre Ludwig Grazing Management Unit within the Santa Rosa Plain Vernal Pool Ecological Reserve. The awardee will operate livestock (cattle preferred) to reduce invasive vegetation, improve habitat for endangered species, and lower fire risk, while complying with detailed grazing prescriptions, emergency‑response requirements, and insurance mandates. • Scope: Conduct seasonal grazing (June‑Oct 2026; Feb‑Oct in subsequent years), maintain residual dry‑matter targets, provide water, fence repairs, and herd‑health management. • Financial: Payment is a “price per acre per year” multiplied by 35 acres, payable annually (first payment May 21 2026, then each Feb 1). • Requirements: Mandatory site inspection April 21 2026, primary & non‑contributory insurance (CGL/Farm Liability, auto, workers’ comp) meeting specific limits, and submission of all required bid documents by April 28 2026.