99 -- Columbine Product Removal Service

The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and services to implement the Columbine Fuel Reduction Project from award through August 2005 on the Clear Creek Ranger District. Approximately 142 acres will be treated with a combination of the following treatments. This statement of work consists of Biomass Thinning, Slash Treatment, Road Maintenance, and Subsoiling. The contractor plans shall be submitted and reviewed by the Contract Officer before starting work in each unit. The Contract Officer will review, approve, and/or recommend changes within fourteen days of receipt of each plan. The project is located on the Clear Creek Ranger District of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. The Government cost estimate on this project is between $100,000 and $250,000. The solicitation will be available on approximately August 7, 2003. Plans will be available for download at www.fedbizopps.gov. The solicitation will be due 30 days after issuance.