Tuolumne Fire Safe Council - Belleview/Kewin Mill Fuels Reduction Project - RFP No. TFSC-5GG23220-BKM-01 (2026)
Tuolumne County Fire Safe CouncilFire District · Tuolumne, CA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Al Alt
- (530) 521-1955
The 30-second brief
Tuolumne Fire Safe Council seeks proposals for hazardous fuels reduction and shaded fuel break treatment under CAL FIRE Grant Agreement No. 5GG23220, RFP No. TFSC-5GG23220-BKM-01. The approximately 145-acre project area in the Cedar Ridge area of Tuolumne County involves mechanical mastication, hand treatment, lop and scatter, chipping, and pile and burning within approximately 300 feet of Kewin Mill Road, Big Hill Road, and Belleview Elementary School. The work requires adherence to CEQA requirements, environmental protections, prevailing wage compliance, and a mandatory pre-bid tour on October 29, 2026. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, evaluated on a best-value basis.
Mechanical Mastication, Hand Treatment – Lop & Scatter, Hand Treatment – Pile & Burn, Chipping, Other Authorized Work
Technical approach and understanding of project 30, Qualifications and relevant experience 25, Environmental / CEQA compliance approach 15, Cost / overall value 15, Equipment, staffing and schedule capacity 10, Safety and fire-prevention capability 5, Completeness / required licensing and certifications Pass/Fail
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Summary
Tuolumne Fire Safe Council seeks proposals for hazardous fuels reduction and shaded fuel break treatment under CAL FIRE Grant Agreement No. 5GG23220, RFP No.
TFSC-5GG23220-BKM-01. The approximately 145-acre project area in the Cedar Ridge area of Tuolumne County involves mechanical mastication, hand treatment, lop and scatter, chipping, and pile and burning within approximately 300 feet of Kewin Mill Road, Big Hill Road, and Belleview Elementary School. The work requires adherence to CEQA requirements, environmental protections, prevailing wage compliance, and a mandatory pre-bid tour on October 29, 2026. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, evaluated on a best-value basis.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Technical approach and understanding of project 30
- Qualifications and relevant experience 25
- Environmental / CEQA compliance approach 15
- Cost / overall value 15
- Equipment
- Staffing and schedule capacity 10
- Safety and fire-prevention capability 5
- Completeness / required licensing and certifications Pass/Fail
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Mechanical Mastication
- Hand Treatment – Lop & Scatter
- Hand Treatment – Pile & Burn
- Chipping
- Other Authorized Work
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Cover sheet
- Qualifications and experience
- Three references
- Technical approach
- Equipment list
- Staffing/subcontractor plan
- Schedule
- Safety/fire-prevention plan
- Cost proposal
- Licenses and insurance
- Conflict-of-interest disclosure
- Exceptions
- Signed Contractor Certification
- Prevailing wage / labor compliance acknowledgment
- Mandatory pre-bid tour attendance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Tuolumne County, CA
- Reported agency
- Tuolumne Fire Safe Council
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Tuolumne County Fire Safe Council?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Al Alt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tuolumne County Fire Safe Council 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 Al Alt at (530) 521-1955. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mechanical Mastication, Hand Treatment – Lop & Scatter, Hand Treatment – Pile & Burn, Chipping, Other Authorized Work. 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: "Technical approach and understanding of project 30, Qualifications and relevant experience 25, Environmental / CEQA compliance approach 15, Cost / overall value 15, Equipment, staffing and schedule ca..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tuolumne County Fire Safe Council?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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: Cover sheet, Qualifications and experience, Three references, Technical approach, Equipment list, Staffing/subcontractor plan, Schedule, Safety/fire-prevention plan, Cost proposal, Licenses and insura. Review the full document from Tuolumne County Fire Safe Council for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tuolumne County, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.