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Wildfire Suppression Line Restoration Services for North Central Florida Conservation Areas

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking contractors to restore wildfire suppression lines to natural grade across four conservation areas in north central Florida. - Government Buyer: - St. Johns River Water Management District (state agency) - Project Scope: - Restoration of approximately 82,438 linear feet (15.61 miles) of dozer and plow wildfire suppression lines - Locations: Lake George Conservation Area, Heart Island Conservation Area, Clark Bay Conservation Area, Sunnyhill Restoration Area West Tract - Work includes pushing soil and vegetation back into trenches, restoring natural hydrology, and maintaining plant communities - Products/Services Requested: - Wildfire fireline rehabilitation services (1 project) - Requires use of heavy equipment such as excavators (e.g., Kobelco 200 series) and bulldozers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractors must provide all equipment, fuel, and transportation - Must meet specific production rates and environmental protection standards (e.g., avoid gopher tortoise burrows, prevent introduction of non-native vegetation) - Adherence to safety and environmental standards is mandatory - Estimated Contract Value: - $46,000 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Period of Performance: - Work must begin within 15 days of contract execution and be completed by the specified end date, with a contract term extending through final completion

Description

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking qualified contractors to restore approximately 82,438 linear feet (15.61 miles) of wildfire suppression lines on various conservation areas to natural grade. The work involves restoring dozer and plow lines to prevent runoff channelization and maintain natural sheet flow. The project locations include Lake George Conservation Area, Heart Island Conservation Area, Clark Bay Conservation Area, and Sunnyhill Restoration Area West Tract. All work must be completed by September 30, 2026, with an estimated budget of $46,000.

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