Pikes Pre Commercial Thinning

The State of Montana’s Department of Natural Resources and Conservation is seeking a qualified contractor to perform pre‑commercial thinning and hand‑piling of timber on 106 acres of State Trust Lands within the Helena Unit of the Pikes Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) area. The work must adhere to forest‑fire regulations, bear‑habitat safety guidelines, and all contractual terms outlined in the limited solicitation. Bidders must submit a single lump‑sum price and complete all prerequisite certifications before the bid deadline. • Scope: Mechanical thinning of forest stand followed by manual hand‑piling of slash on 106 acres. • Delivery: One‑time lump‑sum contract; all work to be completed under the terms of the LS and applicable fire‑protection rules. • Requirements: Acceptance of draft contract, fire‑protection information, all‑or‑none clause, registration with the Secretary of State, debarment certification, and Montana T&C’s; compliance with bear‑habitat safety brochure and forest‑fire regulations. • Attachments: Habitat brochure, multiple detailed maps (contour, project, transportation, unit‑access, vicinity), and forest‑fire regulations document. • Submission: Electronic bid via eMACS by 12:00 PM MDT on 30 April 2026.