California eProcure #P2025401

Five-Year Livestock Grazing Permit for Vegetation Management at North Carrizo Ecological Reserve

The California Department of Fish & Wildlife is seeking proposals for a five-year permit to conduct livestock grazing for excess vegetation disposal on approximately 9,402 acres within the North Carrizo Ecological Reserve in San Luis Obispo County, California. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Fish & Wildlife (CDFW), Central Region - Scope of Work: - Livestock grazing (cattle only) to manage excess vegetation and promote habitat for the endangered San Joaquin kit fox and other wildlife - Permit covers Bitterwater, Narrows, Red House, Section 35, Cooper, and Hayes Units of the North Carrizo Ecological Reserve - Approximately 9,402 acres included in the permit - Key Requirements: - Five-year, non-exclusive permit (one awardee) - Only cattle grazing permitted; no other livestock types allowed - Bidders must have experience with wildlife-friendly grazing and arid grassland management - Rapid emergency response capability required - Mandatory pre-bid site inspection at CalFire Station 42 - Comprehensive insurance documentation, including specific endorsements and waivers, must be provided and approved - Adherence to a detailed site operation plan and compliance with public/environmental regulations - Annual fees payable in advance each year - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are referenced, as this is a service-based land management opportunity - Notable: The permit is for use of state-owned conservation land, with strict requirements to support endangered species habitat and operational flexibility for the State

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 9,402 acres within the North Carrizo Ecological Reserve in San Luis Obispo County. The permit allows non-exclusive rights to conduct vegetation disposal through livestock grazing on specified units of the reserve. The goal is to use grazing to promote habitat conditions suitable for the San Joaquin kit fox and other wildlife. Proposals are sought from experienced livestock owners/operators familiar with public or conservation easement lands. One candidate will be selected for a five-year permit agreement.

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