Description
The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation are seeking a qualified contractor to design, install, and restore large‑wood habitat structures (engineered log jams, beaver‑dam analogues, etc.) and associated riparian plantings along two reaches (4A and 4B) of the Middle Sanpoil River. The work includes planning, temporary traffic control, de‑watering, construction of wood structures using tribe‑provided materials, planting of native vegetation, and site restoration. The base‑bid covers Reach 4A (≈0.9 mi) with an additive bid for Reach 4B (≈1.4 mi). All in‑water work must occur within the June‑September 2026 window, with planting in October‑November 2026 (or optional spring window). The tribe provides all wood material and fish salvage; the contractor supplies labor, equipment, and installation expertise. The contract is funded with tribal appropriated funds and requires compliance with Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO) and prevailing‑wage rules.
• Scope includes engineered log jams, beaver‑dam analogues, and post‑assisted log structures using pre‑sourced wood.
• Requires vegetation management, temporary stream diversions, and restoration of channel and floodplain.
• Contractor must submit separate base‑bid (Reach 4A) and additive‑bid (Reach 4B) prices; preference given to firms performing both in 2026.
• Mandatory insurance, performance bond (if > $100 k), and 5 % TERO fee apply.