California eProcure #P2026202

Permit for Excess Vegetation Disposal (Grazing) at Daugherty Hill Wildlife Area, Yuba Narrows Unit

This opportunity invites livestock owners and operators to apply for a permit to conduct excess vegetation disposal—primarily through cattle grazing—on approximately 613 acres of the Yuba Narrows Unit within the Daugherty Hill Wildlife Area in Yuba and Nevada Counties, California. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), North Central Region - Acting as agent for the State of California - Scope of Work: - Permit for excess vegetation disposal via livestock grazing or other approved methods - Covers 613 acres of State-owned wildlife area - Maximum of 20 Animal Units (AUs) per month during the annual grazing period (December 15 to May 31) - Permit term is approximately four years, seven months, and 15 days, with possible extension up to five years - Key Requirements: - Proposals must address six specific wildlife habitat and operational goals (e.g., fuel load reduction, weed control, oak regeneration, water quality protection, wildlife habitat improvement, and public access enhancement) - Mandatory site inspection prior to proposal submission - Compliance with public works and prevailing wage requirements if applicable - Robust insurance documentation required (commercial general liability, automobile liability, workers compensation, and additional insured endorsements) - Payment schedule is semi-annual, with possible adjustments based on monitoring results - Eligibility: - Open to livestock owners/operators with experience on public or conservation easement lands - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are referenced, as this is a service-based land use opportunity.

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 613 acres of the Yuba Narrows Unit within the Daugherty Hill Wildlife Area in Yuba and Nevada Counties, California. The permit allows non-exclusive rights to conduct vegetation disposal activities aimed at conserving biodiversity, protecting water quality, improving habitat and recreational linkage, and enhancing public recreational opportunities. Proposals are sought from livestock owners and operators experienced with public or conservation easement lands. The selected candidate will enter into a permit agreement lasting four years, seven months, and 15 days.

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