Description
The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is seeking a qualified contractor to remove and mitigate hazardous and dead trees in the Day‑Use Area and Campground of the Mohawk Trail State Forest (Charlemont, MA). The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, permits, safety measures, and waste disposal, and must maintain a one‑year workmanship warranty. The work includes site‑specific traffic and pedestrian safety plans, daily coordination with DCR forest health staff, and compliance with environmental restrictions on wood chip placement.
• Remove marked trees, downed woody material, and stumps; chip and dispose of wood per state regulations.
• Provide certified superintendent (Massachusetts Certified Arborist or ISA) and qualified crew; all crew must meet OSHA and state safety standards.
• Deliver weekly certified payroll reports and adhere to Massachusetts prevailing‑wage requirements.
• Complete the project within roughly one month (Nov 23 2026 – Dec 23 2026) with a 1‑year warranty and post‑completion cleanup verification.