Description
The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation are seeking qualified contractors to perform pre‑commercial thinning on multiple forest units across the reservation during the fall of 2026. Work will involve manual tree removal using chainsaws or hand tools, strict adherence to fire‑season restrictions, environmental protections (e.g., stream buffers, wildlife trails), and tribal employment requirements (TERO). Contractors must hold a tribal trader’s license, submit sealed bids for every listed unit, and meet safety and waste‑disposal standards. The contract is paid on a per‑acre basis, with partial payments possible after 50 % completion of units ≥ 20 acres.
• Perform manual pre‑commercial thinning on ~500 acres across five contract areas (Gold Mt., Jones, Wells Creek, Lynx Creek, Stranger Creek).
• Comply with Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance, Title 10, and TOSHA safety standards; provide all labor, equipment, and disposal services.
• Submit sealed bids by 4:30 p.m. on Oct 21 2026; bids must cover every pay item or be rejected.