2021 Bradford Crop Tree Release

100 - SCOPE OF CONTRACT It is the intent of this contract to release crop trees. The objective of these treatments is to release individual trees through the removal of competing trees (using chainsaws, brush cutters or other hand tools) from around them. This solicitation requires tree release and thinning, slash treatment, and related work in compliance with its terms, specifications and provisions. Only trees smaller than 7.0 inches in diameter, at breast height, will be cut with the exception of beech, birch, pin cherry, and striped maple which may be cut up to 9.0 inches in diameter. The work will generally occur in young, densely-stocked stands. This dense stocking can impede walking and working with chainsaw or brush cutting equipment. Contract work in some project areas will result in large numbers of undesirable stems being felled. The Contractor shall furnish operating supplies, tools, labor, equipment, transportation, supervision, and incidentals except those items listed as Government-furnished property.