The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is procuring a vendor to mow and mulch existing fire breaks within Myles Standish State Forest. The work involves mowing all vegetation within firebreaks (20 or 32 feet wide) to within 1 inch of the ground, mulching in place, and clearing all debris. The estimated duration is 23 weeks, with an estimated value of $40,000. A site visit is required prior to completion. Bids are due by September 17, 2026, at 5 pm.
The work is to be completed between December 1, 2026 and April 14, 2027.
The contractor shall submit a final invoice, preferably electronic file, emailed to dcr for the payment of duly completed work under a duly issued notice to proceed.
The contractor shall guarantee their workmanship for one year after completion and acceptance by dcr, and shall cure, without any cost to dcr, any defect that may occur during this period.
Responses will be evaluated according to the following criteria total project cost qualifications and demonstrated capability experience with similar publicsector infrastructure projects ability to meet requirements outlined in the scope of work.
Bidders must include a list of employees that may be deployed for this contract to include all qualifications, licenses, industry certifications and years of experience.
DCR reserves the right to withhold payment if the contractor fails to perform its work in a professional manner or fails to comply with the cleanup standards.
Prior to the completion of all work, the contractor and a dcr representative shall perform a site visit to ensure compliance with specifications.
Questions are due by: september 10, 2026, at 5 pm, september 23, 2026 at 5pm
DCR reserves the right to accept or reject any and all quotes received as a result of this rfp and to contract for some, all, or none of the responding vendors as a result of this rfp.
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