Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1020-DCRFC-DC366-133617

Mowing and Mulching Fire Breaks in Myles Standish State Forest (FY27)

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is seeking a contractor to perform mowing and mulching of fire breaks in Myles Standish State Forest for fiscal year 2027. - Government Buyer: - Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Massachusetts State Agency - Contact: Paul Gregory - Scope of Work: - Mowing and mulching of existing fire breaks totaling approximately 27.2 miles, divided into four sections - Sections: - Section 1: 7.7 miles - Section 2: 8.7 miles - Section 3: 8.3 miles - Section 4: 2.5 miles - Vegetation to be mowed to within 1 inch of the ground - Stumps to be ground to ground level - Overhanging limbs pruned to at least 12 feet - Mulch to be evenly dispersed, not exceeding 3 inches in depth - Requirements: - Contractor must provide all labor, equipment, and materials - Compliance with prevailing wage, safety, and environmental standards - Work scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (excluding weekends/holidays unless approved) - Invitation-only, eligible for Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) - Estimated Contract Value: - $40,000 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; contractor must supply suitable mowing and mulching equipment - Notable Requirements: - Strict specifications for mulch depth and debris management - Completion required by April 14, 2027 - Bids submitted via Commbuys procurement portal

Description

This solicitation is for mowing and mulching existing fire breaks within Myles Standish State Forest for fiscal year 2027. The project involves clearing vegetation including brush, tree seedlings, and saplings along fire breaks of varying lengths totaling approximately 27.2 miles. The work includes mowing to within 1 inch of the ground, grinding stumps, pruning limbs to at least 12 feet in height, and dispersing mulch evenly without exceeding 3 inches in depth. The contract duration is estimated at 2-3 weeks with work to be completed between December 1, 2026, and April 14, 2027. The procurement is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation, DCR Forest Fire Control.

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