P2025401- North Carrizo Ecological Reserve Permit for Excess Vegetation Disposal

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a qualified permittee to perform excess‑vegetation removal (primarily by grazing livestock) on approximately 9,402 acres of state‑owned land within the North Carrizo Ecological Reserve. The awardee will be responsible for managing grazing operations, maintaining fences and water sources, complying with all environmental, safety, and hazardous‑substance regulations, and providing required insurance documentation. The contract term may extend up to five years, with a single optional extension, and the successful bidder must meet stringent liability, automobile, and workers’‑comp insurance limits. • Perform grazing‑based vegetation management on designated reserve parcels (≈9,400 acres). • Maintain all infrastructure (fences, water, etc.) at own cost and ensure compliance with state, federal, and local statutes. • Submit and keep current comprehensive insurance (CGL/Farm Liability, Auto, Workers’ Comp) with specified minimum limits and endorsements. • Submit required reports, pesticide use filings (Feb 1 annually), and retain records for three years post‑termination.