Specifications include, but are not limited to: ▪ The total length of the mechanical treatment is 6.2 miles. The GPS track of the centerline shall be used as guidance for project alignment. The centerline of the first 3 miles of the project has been flagged, and the last 3.2 miles will be flagged in 2022. ▪ The project crosses five anadromous streams. Within 100 feet of either side of these streams, mechanical treatments shall be limited to one machine width and crossings shall be made perpendicular to the flow of the stream to minimize the impact to the banks and adjacent vegetation. ▪ The operational period shall be during winter seasonal dates (September 1st through April 30th) and when there is a frost depth of one foot and snow cover of at least six inches. Work dates may be adjusted or suspended if the frost and snow cover requirements are no longer met. ▪ The operator will be responsible for road opening and associated maintenance during the project timeframe (see maps). ▪ The contractor will provide transportation to and from the job site. The equipment required will be clean, in good working condition and inspected by the Area Forester or Designee prior to the beginning of operations. ▪ Storage of fuel, oils and other hazardous substance is not permitted on this project. ▪ All contract operations will be completed in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations including a section identified as “Additional Logging Standards” (8 AAC 61.1060) under “O.S.H.A.” ▪ All survey monuments, stakes and boundary markers shall be protected, and contractor shall be responsible for all necessary repairs or surveying required. ▪ Contractor will submit an operating plan to the Area Forester or Designee for approval prior to beginning. The operating plan will identify all timelines, hours of operation, areas of concern, equipment to be used including weights and capacities, names of personnel working on the project, and contact numbers for operators. ▪ Contractor will provide equipment and operator(s) capable of performing project work.
