Description
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is seeking a contractor to provide forest management services for the Bodo State Wildlife Area. The project involves mowing and mulching approximately 750 acres of vegetation, including Gambel oak, ponderosa pine, and juniper. The contractor must have experience with GPS-guided equipment and must maintain a minimum of three rubber-tired mechanical mulchers on site. The project aims to improve wildlife habitat and reduce hazardous fuels. The contractor will be paid a lump sum upon satisfactory completion of the project.
• The project requires the contractor to mow and mulch vegetation on slopes up to 30 percent.
• The contractor must avoid damaging protected trees, including snags over 16 inches DBH and live standing trees designated as "leave" trees.
• The contractor must minimize soil disturbance and exposure of mineral soil to less than 10% of the treatment area.
• The contractor must comply with all state and federal regulations, including those related to hazardous materials and fueling.