Town of Whitecourt - Invitation to Bid - Town of Whitecourt - FireSmart…

The Town of Whitecourt, with funding support from the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA), is treating approximately 19.5 hectares per FireSmart principles and practices. This is located in Block 23 in the Whitecourt Forest Area FireSmart Map. Perform required maintenance, including mulching, removal of dead standing and downed materials, and removal of ladder fuels in key stands. Alberta Wildland Hazardous Fuels Management Prescriptions have been provided for this work. There is a requirement for the candidate to coordinate with other contractors performing active projects in the area (i.e., Fireguard project).

Startup is required in 2025; completion will be no later than December 31st, 2025.

A field visit by interested proponents is strongly recommended.

There are two components to this project:

1.        Project Management:
The successful candidate must manage the project and work with the Town of Whitecourt throughout the project's planning, implementation, and completion. The contractor must be, or provide, a Forestry Professional registered in Alberta (Registered Professional Forest Technologist – RPFT; or Registered Professional Forester – RPF). Project Management duties include:
•        Developing the overall treatment plan for presentation and approval by Alberta Agriculture and Forestry and the Whitecourt Fire Department before the commencement of treatment work.
•        Preparing a Safety Plan and acting as the primary contractor to meet all Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) requirements.
•        Obtaining required access approvals and permits.
•        Completing all necessary reporting documents, including grant reporting per requirements outlined by FRIAA FireSmart and the Whitecourt Fire Department.

2.        FireSmart Treatment:
The project will provide treatment as per FireSmart principles and practices.

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