Tree Clearing at Merritt Reservoir State Recreational Area

The Nebraska Game & Parks Commission is seeking a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive tree‑clearing services at the Merritt Reservoir State Recreational Area. The work involves mulching or cutting and piling of invasive cedar, juniper, and pine across roughly 216 acres of mixed grassland and woodland, with specific treatment thresholds for tree height and slope. Environmental protections for listed species and seasonal restrictions apply, and the contractor must coordinate pile locations with agency staff. The contract runs until 30 June 2027, with at least 50 % of the work completed by the end of the first contract year.