Trail Clearing in Bitterroot National Forest in MT

To Whom would you like your solicitation available: Open to the Public

Project Title: Bitterroot National Forest Trail Opening

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Project Description: Bitterroot Backcountry Cyclists (BBC) is partnering with the USDA Forest Service to complete trail clearing on the Bitterroot National Forest (BNF). BBC is currently accepting bids for a service contract for Trail Opening on approximately 120 miles of trails throughout the Montana portion of the BNF, outside of designated Wilderness areas. The type of work includes: “Logging Out” all downed or leaning trees within the clearing limits (width and height); “Brushing” consisting of removal of new vegetative growth that is protruding into the trail; “Loose Rock Removal” of all rock larger than 6” from the trail tread; and “Drainage Clearing” of all drainage structures. The Contractor shall provide all expertise, labor, supervision, services, equipment, mobilization, tools, supplies, permits, licenses, transportation, and incidentals necessary to perform trail opening, for which the desired outcome is in strict accordance with the Standard Trail Plans and Specifications. Details, including list of trails in scope of project, maps, and trail specifications, are provided in the bid package documents. Bids must be received by March 27, 2024 and will be awarded on or about April 3, 2024.

Company/Organization/Agency Submitting Contract: Bitterroot Backcountry Cyclists

Primary Contact for Contract Information: Jeff Kern

Email Address: jkernmt@gmail.com

Closest City to Project: Hamilton

State/Province/Region: MT

Country: United States

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Anticipated Project Start Date: May 15, 2024

Application Deadline: March 27, 2024

Additional Project Bid Information:

 Map 1 - Overview.pdf

 Map 2 - Sapphires north.pdf

 Map 3 - Sapphires central.pdf

 Map 4 East Fork.pdf

 Map 5 - South.pdf

Date Submitted to PTBA: February 28, 2024