Shingles Butte Fuels

The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) of Montana is seeking bids for a forest‑fuel reduction project on the Shingles (Shingle) Butte area. The scope involves cutting non‑merchantable trees by hand and with a masticator, then piling the material on approximately 118 acres to reduce wildfire hazard. Bidders must submit per‑acre pricing for three service line items: hand‑cut and pile (44 acres), mastication + mechanical pile (19 acres), and mastication only (55 acres). The solicitation is an open Invitation for Bid (IFB) with a bid opening on July 29, 2026 and a sealed‑until deadline of August 26, 2026. All work must comply with state and federal terms, fire‑regulations, and bear‑habitat guidelines. • Scope: Hand‑cut & pile, mastication + mechanical pile, and mastication‑only across 118 acres. • Requirements: Provide per‑acre bid prices, accept extensive contractual, safety, and environmental clauses. • Key Dates: Bid opening 7/29/2026, bid closing 8/26/2026 (sealed‑until). • Contact: Shauna Simpson (procurement officer).