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Growth and Yield Modelling Services Using Mixedwood Growth Model (MGM) for Broadleaf and Mixedwood Stand Dynamics

This opportunity involves the Ministry of Forests (Government of British Columbia) seeking specialized growth and yield modelling services: - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Forests, Office of the Chief Forester (Victoria, BC) - OEMs and Vendors: - Philip G. Comeau (contemplated direct awardee) - Products/Services Requested: - Growth and yield modelling using the Mixedwood Growth Model (MGM) - Development of new broadleaf, mixedwood, successional, and conifer stocking standards - Proposals for changes to vegetation criteria for conifer stocking standards - Creation of algorithms for projecting stand attributes - Development of management regimes for broadleaf and mixedwood stands - Validation of MGM with permanent sample plots and local forest health data - Comparison of MGM results to other models - Summarization and presentation of findings - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on early stand and site conditions - Use of local forest health data for validation - No specific products or part numbers listed - Place of Performance: - Office of the Chief Forester, 545 Superior St, Victoria, BC, Canada - Estimated contract duration: 11 months

Description

The Ministry of Forests is considering a direct contract award to Philip G. Comeau for growth and yield modelling using the Mixedwood Growth Model. The work includes developing new stocking standards, proposing changes to vegetation criteria, creating projection algorithms, and validating the model with sample plots and forest health data. The contract also involves comparing the model to others, summarizing findings in reports, and presenting results at meetings. The estimated contract duration is 11 months.

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