Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1627-BOS17-BOS17-133110

Comprehensive Trail Inventory and Management Plan for Holliston Conservation Land

This opportunity seeks a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive trail inventory and management study for over 600 acres of Town-owned conservation land in Holliston, MA. - Government Buyer: - Town of Holliston, Board of Selectmen - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified consulting firms with relevant experience - Products/Services Requested: - Field-based GIS mapping of all formal and informal trails - Trail condition and environmental impact assessment (including erosion, wetlands, and habitat fragmentation) - Incorporation of historic and cultural features into GIS layers and management plan - Preparation of GIS data layers compatible with MassGIS standards - Creation of trail inventory maps suitable for public use - Written trail management plan with recommendations for stewardship, classification, monitoring, and recreational use - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Demonstrated experience in trail assessment and GIS/cartographic work - Compliance with technical standards for GIS deliverables - Project is funded by Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds - Cost-effectiveness is a key evaluation criterion - Required certificates: good faith, tax compliance, and legal existence - Period of Performance: - Schedule to be proposed by respondents; final deliverables due within 4 weeks after receipt of Town comments

Description

The Town of Holliston is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive trail inventory, condition assessment, and management plan for over 600 acres of Town-owned conservation land. The project includes mapping formal and informal trails, assessing trail conditions and environmental impacts, and incorporating historic and cultural features into the trail management plan. The deliverables include GIS data layers, trail inventory maps, and a written management plan to guide stewardship and recreational use. The solicitation allows electronic quotes and aims to support informed decision-making for trail maintenance and protection of natural resources.

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