AI Overview

Seeking contractor for forest fuel modification treatments through mechanical mulching, hand falling and pruning of approximately 13.7 hectares near Hutch Lake Cabins.

Basic Information

Reference Number

00004860156

Issuing Organization

Forestry and Parks

Solicitation Type

RFP - Request for Proposal (Formal)

Solicitation Number

AB-2026-00257

Title

Hutch Lake FireSmart Project

Source ID

SCRIBE

Details

Location

Alberta

Purchase Type

Not Stated

Dates

Publication

2026/01/14 11:24:00 AM EST

Closing Date

2026/02/02 04:00:00 PM EST

Contact Information

Stephanie Niemiec

stephanie.niemiec@gov.ab.ca

Description

The High Level Forest Area has identified of approximately 12.4 hectares (Block 1) and 1.3 hectares (Fireguard) of retreatment adjacent to the community of Hutch Lake Cabins. All 13.7 hectares, first treatment was completed in 2018, will be treated through mechanical mulch, hand falling and pruning. The proposed blocks encompass fuels that have been identified as a risk to the community that can be mitigated through fuel modification treatments. The contract will be all-inclusive disposal of targeted woody debris in a way that meets project timelines and standards. The work will require a combination of hand crews (chain saws) and suitable mechanized mulching equipment. Treatment area is in Legal Land 07 32 TWP112 Rge18 W5 and can be accessed from HWY35, North of High Level.

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