Teller County RFP 2026 Fire Mitigation Services - Woodland Park
Teller CountyCounty · Teller County, CO- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Evans
- (719) 686-7917
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Teller County Administration is soliciting RFPs for forestry and wildfire mitigation services across multiple project areas totaling 135.02 acres, including the Water Treatment Plant, City Reservoir Site, Perrigrine Water Tank, and Avenger Open Space. The scope involves fuel load reduction, tree thinning, removal of hazard trees capable of falling on structures, and transportation of slash for disposal. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 21, 2026, at 10:00 am at the Teller County Public Works Facility in Divide, CO, followed by site visits. Proposals are due by 5:00 pm on October 30, 2026, and require 3 bound copies submitted to the Teller County Administration Office in Cripple Creek, CO. Vendors must be commercially licensed general contractors in Teller County.
Water Treatment Plant fuel reduction (7.39 acres), City Reservoir Site fuel reduction (7.2 acres), Perrigrine Water Tank fuel reduction (.43 acres), Avenger Open Space fuel reduction (120 acres), Transportation of slash for disposal
Licensed general contractor in Teller County, previous background and experience of personnel, project organization and management, method of interface with Teller County staff, previous government agency experience, illustrative descriptive material of previous work, key tasks and disruption minimization, schedule of rates and pricing, subcontractor credentials, technical content, service area, contractual terms, project schedule, service level agreements, adequacy and completeness
SUMMARY
Teller County Administration is soliciting RFPs for forestry and wildfire mitigation services across multiple project areas totaling 135.02 acres, including the Water Treatment Plant, City Reservoir Site, Perrigrine Water Tank, and Avenger Open Space.
The scope involves fuel load reduction, tree thinning, removal of hazard trees capable of falling on structures, and transportation of slash for disposal. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 21, 2026, at 10:00 am at the Teller County Public Works Facility in Divide, CO, followed by site visits. Proposals are due by 5:00 pm on October 30, 2026, and require 3 bound copies submitted to the Teller County Administration Office in Cripple Creek, CO. Vendors must be commercially licensed general contractors in Teller County.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
15- Licensed general contractor in Teller County
- Previous background and experience of personnel
- Project organization and management
- Method of interface with Teller County staff
- Previous government agency experience
- Illustrative descriptive material of previous work
- Key tasks and disruption minimization
- Schedule of rates and pricing
- Subcontractor credentials
- Technical content
- Service area
- Contractual terms
- Project schedule
- Service level agreements
- Adequacy and completeness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Water Treatment Plant fuel reduction (7.39 acres)
- City Reservoir Site fuel reduction (7.2 acres)
- Perrigrine Water Tank fuel reduction (.43 acres)
- Avenger Open Space fuel reduction (120 acres)
- Transportation of slash for disposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Detailed Company Background
- Staff Resumes Assigned to Project
- Experience
- Project Narrative
- Project Schedule
- Costs
- Statement of Product Interests
- References
- Submit to
- Teller County Administration Office, 112 N A Street, PO Box 959, Cripple Creek, CO 80813
- Scope location
- Teller County, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Teller County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: Teller County Administration Office, 112 N A Street, PO Box 959, Cripple Creek, CO 80813. For questions, contact John Evans.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Teller County in CO, 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 John Evans at (719) 686-7917. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Water Treatment Plant fuel reduction (7.39 acres), City Reservoir Site fuel reduction (7.2 acres), Perrigrine Water Tank fuel reduction (.43 acres), Avenger Open Space fuel reduction (120 acres), Transportation of slash for disposal. 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: "Licensed general contractor in Teller County, previous background and experience of personnel, project organization and management, method of interface with Teller County staff, previous government ag..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Teller County?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Detailed Company Background, Staff Resumes Assigned to Project, Experience, Project Narrative, Project Schedule, Costs, Statement of Product Interests, References. Review the full document from Teller County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Teller County, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.