Lake Tahoe Community College Planet bids #144272

Trout Creek Meadow Conifer Removal Project – Lake Tahoe Community College

This opportunity involves the removal of conifer trees from the Trout Creek meadow environment in South Lake Tahoe, managed by Lake Tahoe Community College. - Government Buyer: - Lake Tahoe Community College (El Dorado County, South Lake Tahoe) - Products/Services Requested: - Complete removal of 100% of the conifer component from the Trout Creek meadow - Includes all labor, materials, equipment, and services for removal - Methods: hand and mechanized thinning (low psi cut-to-length machinery required) - Base bid plus three add alternates for removal and processing at three distinct sites - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must be Type A Licensed Timber Operators - Experience in sensitive meadow environments required - Electronic bid submission and specific PDF bid forms mandatory - Liquidated damages of $1,000 per day for delays - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated contract value: $175,000

Description

The project involves the removal of 100% of the conifer component from the meadow environment adjacent to Trout Creek in South Lake Tahoe using hand and mechanized thinning. The work requires Type A Licensed Timber Operators with access to low psi cut-to-length machinery and experience working in sensitive meadow environments. The contract includes all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary for the removal. The work must be completed between September 1 and October 15, or within 15 months of the Notice to Proceed if winterization measures are taken. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026.

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