Invasive Species Management for Shaded Fuel Break Maintenance (Memorial County Park & Sam McDonald County Park)

The County of San Mateo Parks Department is seeking qualified contractors to manage invasive species (French broom and Bailey acacia) within two existing shaded fuel‑break areas in Memorial County Park and Sam McDonald County Park. The work includes manual, mechanical, and chemical treatment of approximately 17 acres of French broom and 0.25 acre of acacia, removal of woody debris, and disposal, with follow‑up re‑treatment 4‑8 weeks later. Work must be performed between October 15 2026 and June 15 2027, only on dry, unsaturated soils, and must comply with California prevailing‑wage, labor‑code, pesticide‑control, and environmental BMP requirements. A payment bond equal to 100 % of the contract price and $1 M general liability and motor vehicle insurance are required. Bids are due electronically via OpenGov by 5:00 pm on October 15 2026. • Location: Memorial County Park (Pescadero Creek Rd) and Sam McDonald County Park (Ridge & Upper Towne fire roads) • Scope: Manual/mechanical mowing, brush‑cutting, chemical application, stump treatment, debris haul‑off • Duration: Oct 15 2026 – Jun 15 2027 (≈8 months) • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting: Oct 7 2026 (10 am) • Prevailing‑wage and DIR registration required • Payment bond 100 % of contract value, $1 M liability insurance • Evaluation based on lowest total bid price