The work covered under this solicitation shall consist of the labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals necessary to cut and remove approximately 25 selected standing trees from steep hillside terrain at the state fish hatchery near Lanesboro. − The work area is directly adjacent to existing structures (two buildings, water aeration tower, and other structures). − The selected trees are encroaching and/or leaning towards the structures and the tree felling/removal work will require particular care to ensure the structures are not damaged. − A portion of logs/ tree debris can be left on the hillside if there is no risk of sliding or rolling downhill into structures. The remaining tree debris must be left onsite and moved by hatchery staff. All logs and brush must remain on-site in a location determined by the Project Supervisor. − The forested area is classified as MHs39b (Sugar Maple, Basswood, Red Oak). Selected removal includes those species as well as Green Ash, American Elm, and Black Walnut. − Quantities are not certified to be complete or accurate but to give the general scope of the project. − Timber and / or firewood is available to purchase through a DNR special products purchase. − The contractor visit is required to verify the hillside conditions and hazards. A site visit is mandatory for all bidders and must be scheduled with the Project Supervisor.
