Procurement Portal Nova Scotia #TOK202618

Urban Forest Management Plan Services for Town of Kentville

The Town of Kentville in Nova Scotia is seeking professional services to develop an Urban Forest Management Plan. - Government Buyer: - Town of Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Development and implementation of a comprehensive Urban Forest Management Plan - Focus areas include: - Addressing climate-related risks (extreme heat, drought) - Management of invasive species, especially Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) - Data gap analysis and prioritization of conservation efforts - Establishment of sustainable management practices, including biological pest control - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Expertise required in environmental planning, natural resources management, and forest conservation strategy - Reference to UNSPSC codes: 56042 (Forest management), 56039 (Environmental planning), 56038 (Natural resources management) - Emphasis on filling data gaps and implementing long-term, sustainable solutions - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed, as this is a service-based opportunity

Description

The Town of Kentville is seeking proposals for an Urban Forest Management Plan to address climate-related risks such as extreme heat, drought, and invasive species, particularly Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA). The project aims to fill data gaps, develop strategies for conservation, and implement sustainable management practices. The focus is on identifying data gaps, prioritizing conservation efforts, and managing invasive species to ensure sustainable management and biological control of pests. The expected duration of the contract is 14 months.

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