The proposed contract isfor 50 acres of vegetation and brush removal from old ag fields, underbrush of mature woodlands, and overgrown areas on the WMA. The equipment to be used must meet the following minimum specifications: Forestry Mulching equipment, minimum of 100 HP, rubber tracks or tires, forestry mulching head, and must include an operator. Work will consist of woody vegetation (Chinese Privet, Cedar, Hackberry, and Ash) removal to reclaim old ag fields, thick understories, and wildlife openings. Masticating of all but several select trees/species per acre 10" or less will be done within the boundary of designated areas. All trees and brush removed will be taken down to ground level with no stabs/stumps. Equipment must be low ground pressure, rubber tracked or rubber tired equipment capable of mulching the woody vegetation.
