DFW-2027-035 Tree Clearing at Southeast Pine Barrens WMA, Plymouth MA

MassWildlife is seeking a qualified contractor to perform extensive tree‑clearing and fire‑break construction on approximately 126 acres of the Southeast Pine Barrens Wildlife Management Area in Plymouth, MA. The work includes felling specified pine species, preserving healthy oaks and selected pitch pines, constructing a 20‑ft‑wide firebreak, clearing roads and trails, and delivering marked trees to a designated work‑yard. The contractor must attend a mandatory pre‑bid conference, comply with Massachusetts prevailing‑wage requirements, provide required bonds and insurance, and meet minority‑workforce utilization targets. Completion of tree‑felling is required by mid‑April 2027, with full project close‑out by mid‑May 2027. • Scope: Clear white, scots, and dead pitch pine; preserve healthy oaks & selected pines; create 20‑ft firebreak (~5,000 ft). • Volume: ~3 MBF of white pine (≈3,000 tons) plus additional 1,300 tons if Alternate 1 is exercised. • Requirements: Mandatory bidders’ conference (Oct 26 2026), 5 % bid deposit, 100 % performance bond, 50 % payment bond, $1 M liability insurance, prevailing‑wage compliance, minority‑worker minimums (15.3 % minority, 6.9 % women).