Fire Fuel Reduction

The City of Spokane is seeking qualified firms to perform fire‑fuel‑reduction (silvicultural) services on city‑owned and private forest lands. The work involves thinning, pruning, and ground‑fuel management to reduce wildfire hazard, with strict on‑site disposal of material and compliance with state forest‑practice regulations. Multiple task orders are expected over a three‑year base period, each to be completed within 90 days of issuance. • Scope: Tree thinning (≤ 8 in DBH), pruning, masticating brush and down‑woody debris, on‑site chip disposal (no piles, ≤ 18 in tall). • Requirements: Washington business license, ≥ 2 years fire‑fuel‑reduction experience, appropriate equipment (masticators, hand crews), permits, and ability to meet environmental compliance. • Contract: 3‑year base term with one optional 1‑year renewal; multiple awards possible; proposals evaluated on technical (35 %), management (30 %) and cost (35 %) criteria.