County of Orange Opengov #MA06024011002

Native Plant Marking and Brush Clearing Services

The County of Orange, specifically the Sheriff's Department/Research & Development division, has awarded a contract (MA-060-24011002) to Habitat Restoration Sciences, Inc., located at 1217 Distribution Way, Vista, CA 92081-8817, for native plant marking and brush clearing services. The contract involves routine and as-needed biological resource surveying, flagging of rare, native, protected, and endangered species, vegetation clearing, removal, and disposal at various County locations throughout Orange County, California, including challenging access sites such as Bolero Peak, Olinda, Ortega, Santiago, and Sierra peaks. Services include mechanical clearing and approved chemical applications, with emergency services available 24/7. The contractor must provide qualified personnel, all labor, supplies, tools, transportation, and personal protective equipment. The contract includes compliance with all applicable State, Federal, and Local laws, including the Endangered Species Act. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals, and a maximum contract value of $420,000 for the initial term. Pricing includes fixed fees for resource surveys and vegetation clearing at specific locations such as the Loma Ridge Emergency Operations Center, with detailed hourly labor rates for additional services. The contract requires strict adherence to security protocols, including background checks and tool control policies for work within Sheriff-Coroner Department facilities. The contractor must submit detailed work order reports and maintain all necessary licenses and permits. The contract also allows cooperative use by other governmental entities with a 2% rebate to the County on such sales. Payment terms are net 30 days after invoice approval, with invoices requiring detailed documentation. The contract emphasizes environmental compliance, safety, and operational continuity of County facilities.

Description

Contract MA-060-24011002 between County of Orange and Habitat Restoration Sciences, Inc. for native plant marking and brush clearing services. The contract is a firm fixed fee agreement, active and ongoing from May 15, 2024 to May 14, 2027, located in California, USA. The contract includes scope of work, compensation and pricing provisions, and is governed by California law with venue in Orange County.

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