El Dorado Resource Conservation District - Caldor Forest and Community Restoration Project - 2026-09
Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation DistrictSpecial District · Placerville, CA- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mark Egbert
- (530) 957-3472
The 30-second brief
The El Dorado Resource Conservation District is seeking proposals for hazard tree removal, fuel reduction, and forestry stewardship services within the Caldor Fire footprint in Grizzly Flats, El Dorado County, California. The project involves processing hazard trees, dead and dying timber, and brush across approximately 891 parcels and 605 acres using manual work, hand crews, feller bunchers, and track-mounted masticators. Key activities include tree felling, mastication, chipping, and Right of Entry (ROE) coordination. Proposals are due by September 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., with questions due September 10, 2026. The maximum available funding for the grant is $500,000.00. Mandatory requirements include CSLB C-49 licensure, CAL FIRE Licensed Timber Operator (LTO) registration, Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) registration, prevailing wage compliance, and commercial general liability insurance of $2,000,000. Evaluation criteria consist of Background and Experience (25 points), Operations Plan (50 points), Operations Schedule (50 points), and Cost Items (75 points).
Hazard Tree Removal: >14" dbh and <18" dbh, Hazard Tree Removal: >18" dbh, Hazard Tree <14" dbh & Brush Removal:
Background and Experience (25 points), Operations Plan (50 points), Operations Schedule (50 points), Cost Items (75 points)
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Summary
The El Dorado Resource Conservation District is seeking proposals for hazard tree removal, fuel reduction, and forestry stewardship services within the Caldor Fire footprint in Grizzly Flats, El Dorado County, California.
The project involves processing hazard trees, dead and dying timber, and brush across approximately 891 parcels and 605 acres using manual work, hand crews, feller bunchers, and track-mounted masticators. Key activities include tree felling, mastication, chipping, and Right of Entry (ROE) coordination. Proposals are due by September 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., with questions due September 10, 2026. The maximum available funding for the grant is $500,000.00. Mandatory requirements include CSLB C-49 licensure, CAL FIRE Licensed Timber Operator (LTO) registration, Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) registration, prevailing wage compliance, and commercial general liability insurance of $2,000,000. Evaluation criteria consist of Background and Experience (25 points), Operations Plan (50 points), Operations Schedule (50 points), and Cost Items (75 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Hazard Tree Removal: >14" dbh and <18" dbh
- Hazard Tree Removal: >18" dbh
- Hazard Tree <14" dbh & Brush Removal:
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Schedule of Items/ Cost Proposal Form (Exhibit A)
- Proof of CSLB C-49 license
- Proof of CAL FIRE LTO registration
- Proof of DIR registration
- Proof of insurance
- Licensing documents
- Addenda acknowledgments
- Submit to
- 100 Forni Road, Suite A, Placerville, CA 95667 or via email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Grizzly Flats, CA
- Reported agency
- El Dorado Resource Conservation District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 100 Forni Road, Suite A, Placerville, CA 95667 or via email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Mark Egbert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mark Egbert at (530) 957-3472. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hazard Tree Removal: >14" dbh and <18" dbh, Hazard Tree Removal: >18" dbh, Hazard Tree <14" dbh & Brush Removal:. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Background and Experience (25 points), Operations Plan (50 points), Operations Schedule (50 points), Cost Items (75 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District?
All active and historical solicitations from Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Schedule of Items/ Cost Proposal Form (Exhibit A), proof of CSLB C-49 license, proof of CAL FIRE LTO registration, proof of DIR registration, proof of insurance, licensing documents, Addenda acknowled. Review the full document from Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grizzly Flats, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.