Project Title: Bitterroot National Forest Trail Opening
Project Description: Bitterroot Backcountry Cyclists (BBC) is partnering with the USDA Forest Service to complete trail clearing on the Bitterroot National Forest (BNF). BBC is currently accepting bids for a service contract for Trail Opening on more than 200 miles of trails throughout the Montana portion of the BNF, outside of designated Wilderness areas. The type of work includes: “Logging Out” all downed or leaning trees within the clearing limits (width and height); “Loose Rock Removal” of all rock larger than 6” from the trail tread; and “Drainage Clearing” of all drainage structures. The Contractor shall provide all expertise, labor, supervision, services, equipment, mobilization, tools, supplies, permits, licenses, transportation, and incidentals necessary to perform trail opening, for which the desired outcome is in strict accordance with the Standard Trail Plans and Specifications.
Company/Organization/Agency Submitting Contract: Bitterroot Backcountry Cyclists
Primary Contact for Contract Information: Jeff Kern
Email Address: jkernmt@gmail.com
Closest City to Project: Hamilton
State/Province/Region: MONTANA
Country: United States
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Anticipated Project Start Date: 6/1/2022
Application Deadline: 5/25/2022
Additional Project Bid Information: Bid packages, including list of trails in scope of project, maps, trail specifications, and additional details are available by email from jkernmt@gmail.com or by telephone at 406-381-7903.
Date Submitted to PTBA: 5/6/2022