California eProcure #P2026201

Permit for Cattle Grazing to Manage Vegetation at Cosumnes River Ecological Reserve, Whaley Unit

This opportunity invites livestock owners and operators to apply for a permit to conduct excess vegetation disposal through cattle grazing at the Cosumnes River Ecological Reserve, Whaley Unit, in Sacramento County, California. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), North Central Region - Acts as an agent of the State of California - Scope of Work: - Permit for vegetation disposal (grazing) on approximately 175 acres - Grazing limited to cattle, with a maximum of 11 Animal Units (AUs) per month - Annual grazing period: January 1 to July 31 (7 months per year) - Permit term: Four years and nine months - Focus on wildlife-friendly grazing to reduce non-native grasses, control invasive species, and lower wildfire fuel loads - Supports restoration of floodplain, riparian, vernal pool, and grassland ecosystems, benefiting species such as the greater white-fronted goose - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must address specific wildlife habitat goals and site operation plan - Mandatory pre-bid site inspection - Comprehensive insurance documentation required (general liability, auto liability, workers compensation or waiver) - Compliance with public works and prevailing wage laws if applicable - Payments due semi-annually; permit may be adjusted or terminated by the State with notice - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a service-based opportunity for livestock operators - Place of Performance: - Cosumnes River Ecological Reserve, Whaley Unit, 8656 Twin Cities Road, Galt, CA 95632 - Contracting office: California Department of Fish and Wildlife North Central Region, 1701 Nimbus Road Suite A, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Description

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to grant a Permit for Excess Vegetation Disposal (Grazing) on approximately 175 acres of the Whaley Unit at the Cosumnes River Ecological Reserve in Sacramento County, California. The permit allows non-exclusive rights to conduct vegetation disposal activities aimed at protecting watersheds, promoting native species, and restoring ecosystems. Proposals are sought from experienced livestock owners and operators familiar with public or conservation easement lands. The selected candidate will enter into a permit agreement lasting four years and nine months.

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