27CRDWBTVENT-0004S - McCord Pond Tree Removal

The Iowa DNR is seeking a qualified contractor to remove and pile trees on approximately 21 acres of the McCord Pond Wildlife Management Area. The work must include cutting all trees ≥ 3 in. diameter as low as possible, treating stumps with a chemical supplied by the DNR, and piling all debris in designated existing piles while protecting adjacent power lines, poles, and county gravel roads. The contractor must provide all necessary equipment and adhere to safety and environmental standards. • Scope: Tree removal (≥ 3 in.) and debris piling on 21 acres, stump chemical treatment, and protection of utilities and gravel roads. • Timeline: Bid window 9 Sept 2026 – 18 Sept 2026; contract period roughly Oct 10 2026 – Mar 31 2027 (≈ 7 months). • Requirements: Demonstrated experience with forest‑land clearing near utilities, insurance (minimum $2 M general liability, $1 M auto, etc.), and three references.