Description
The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for the labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals necessary to mulch and/or mow all specified standing woody vegetation on 16 acres of brushland habitats within the Cloquet Wildlife Work Area located on Moose Lake WMA. The work will involve mulching or mowing all non-pine and non-oak stems (less than 6 inch DBH) in designated areas through mechanical means. The contractor must use a mower attachment(s) that is capable of effectively mowing/mulching a wide variety of differently sized material. The project must be completed by April 1st, 2026.
• The project requires the contractor to provide all necessary equipment, labor, and materials.
• The contractor must have experience with similar projects and provide detailed information about their equipment and operators.
• The project involves working in a sensitive environmental area, and the contractor must take precautions to prevent the spread of invasive species and minimize rutting and soil disturbance.
• The contractor must coordinate with the Project Supervisor to ensure that the work is completed in accordance with the project specifications and requirements.
• The contractor must provide a site visit report and ensure that all work is completed in a safe and efficient manner.