Description
The South Carolina Forestry Commission is seeking a qualified contractor to clear vegetation around Red‑cockaded Woodpecker (RCW) cavity trees throughout the state’s forest lands. The work involves a minimum of 400 trees (up to 650) with a 10‑foot radius cleared around each, using only hand‑held equipment, removing brush, saplings, vines, and pine needles to a maximum height of ¼ inch, and scattering debris outside the cleared zone. The contractor must provide a hand‑held GPS unit for locating trees, adhere to strict root‑protection guidelines, and complete all work by 1 Feb 2027. Payment will be on a per‑tree unit‑price basis, with invoices paid net‑30 after full completion.
• Minimum 400 trees, maximum 650 trees, each with a 10‑ft cleared radius.
• Hand‑held tools only; no heavy machinery or skid‑steers allowed.
• All debris must be scattered on‑site; no off‑site disposal required.
• Contract period runs from early November 2026 to 1 Feb 2027 (approximately 3 months).
• Contractor must be a SC‑registered vendor and hold a SC business license.