Harvest of Ash Trees within the Infested Area of Emerald Ash Borer

The USDA APHIS Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) is seeking a contractor to perform tree removal, bucking, disposal, transportation, and loading services for ash trees infested with Emerald Ash Borer. The contractor will be responsible for harvesting and transporting the trees to government facilities in Howell, MI, and Brighton, MI. The government will mark the trees for removal, and the contractor must maintain crews at sufficient levels to support the harvest schedule. The scope of work includes tree removal, disposal, transportation, bucking, loading, and stacking services. • The contractor must keep the bark on the trees intact throughout the harvesting and storage process. • The government will provide the locations of the trees to be harvested, including the Scharine Property, Winnebago Community Park, and Winter Park. • The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. • The contract duration and award date are not specified in the document.