San Poil Forest, Louie Creek

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation seek a qualified contractor to perform extensive forest land‑preparation work in the Louie Creek logging area. The scope covers two units totaling 90.8 acres, requiring excavator‑based slash piling, brush clearing, removal of diseased or dead trees, and soil scarification to at least 70 % mineral exposure for re‑planting. Contractors must adhere to strict environmental protections, fire‑season restrictions, and tribal regulations, and must provide detailed work plans, insurance, SAM.gov registration, TERO Title 10 certification, and an Indian Trader License. • Two work units (42.3 ac & 48.5 ac) with varying slopes (5‑40 %) and aspects; work includes pile logging, scarification, and protection of seed trees and streamside zones. • Required equipment: track‑mounted excavator with brush‑rake attachment, low ground pressure (< 8.5 psi), and suitable safety guards. • Compliance obligations: SAM.gov registration, Indian Trader License ($5 fee), TERO Title 10 certification, $1 M liability insurance, workmen’s‑comp coverage, and adherence to fire‑season (May 1‑Oct 15) restrictions. • Bid submission: sealed envelope labeled “Louie Creek Excavator Pile 2027” placed in a locked box at Mt Tolman Complex by 4 PM on Nov 5, 2026; no electronic bids accepted. • Evaluation based on responsibility, compliance, and price; lowest responsive bid is not automatically awarded; 20 % holdback may be retained.