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Department of Conservation and Recreation

Hazard Tree Removals, Mohawk Trail State Forest FY27

Due
Nov 12, 2026
Questions due
Nov 9, 2026
Budget
$25,000 – $75,000
Estimate
Contract
1 months
Location
  • Charlemont, Massachusetts, United States
Posted
Oct 28, 2026
Category
Construction, Facilities & Maintenance

SUMMARY

The Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking a vendor to remove and mitigate hazardous and dead trees in the Mohawk Trail State Forest Day Use Area and Campground.
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DESCRIPTION

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is soliciting proposals for the removal and mitigation of hazardous and dead trees within the Mohawk Trail State Forest Day Use Area and Campground. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and permits required to complete the work. Key tasks include tree removal, pruning, and associated site cleanup. The project is expected to commence on November 23, 2026, and conclude by December 23, 2026.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Superintendent must possess a valid Massachusetts Certified Arborist or International Society of Arboriculture certification
  • Must comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws, including OSHA regulations
  • Must provide a work schedule including a traffic control and pedestrian safety plan
  • Must maintain insurance coverage levels as required under FAC 120
  • Must attend the mandatory site showing on November 6, 2026
  • Must have equipment meeting current ANSI specifications, including dielectric inspections
  • Must provide three references related to similar tree removal projects

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TIMELINE

Site showing: November 6th, 2026

Questions due: November 9th, 2026

Answers to questions: November 10th, 2026

Bid submission deadline: November 12th, 2026

Target award date: November 17th, 2026

Estimated project start date: November 23rd, 2026

Estimated project end date: December 23rd, 2026

Issuing Agency

Department of Conservation and Recreation

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due November 12, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 9, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?
Settle estimates the budget at $25,000 – $75,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by Department of Conservation and Recreation. The work is located in Charlemont, Massachusetts, United States.

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