Prairie Springs HFR

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is seeking a qualified contractor to perform hazardous fuels reduction (mechanical thinning, pruning, and slash‑pile construction) on 515 acres of federally managed forestland within the Okanogan‑Wenatchee National Forest (Units 1 = 217 acres, Unit 2 = 298 acres). The work must follow the Individuals‑Clumps‑Openings (ICO) thinning methodology, protect water resources, and comply with OSHA, L&I, and USFS environmental regulations. Bids are evaluated on a price‑per‑acre basis, with a maximum allowable cost of $2,000 per acre. The contract period runs from expected award (Oct 12 2026) through Nov 30 2027, with a seasonal work restriction (no operations Dec 1 – Mar 31 without written approval). The contractor must provide performance security, maintain specified insurance limits, and meet strict crew‑size and qualification requirements. • Perform mechanical thinning (ICO) and pruning on 515 acres, constructing 6‑ft‑cube slash piles and managing slash disposal. • Adhere to species‑preference guidelines (leave Ponderosa pine, Western larch, Douglas‑fir) and tree‑size limits (≤ 7 in. DBH). • Protect water bodies (30‑ft buffer from streams, 100‑ft from pile sites) and follow mandatory safety, environmental, and reporting protocols. • Submit a cost‑per‑acre proposal (≤ $2,000/acre) and provide required licenses, insurance, and a 10 % performance bond. • Maintain a crew of 10‑14 workers daily, including a qualified foreperson, and follow all OSHA/L&I/MSPA regulations.