FireSmart Project FS-767 – Fuel Modification Treatment (RFP)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
FireSmart Project FS-767 – Fuel Modification Treatment

The Village of Carmacks invites qualified contractors to submit proposals for performing FireSmart fuel modification treatment to reduce wildfire hazards in designated high-risk areas.

Key Details:

• RFP Issue Date: January 19, 2025
• RFP Closing Date: January 31, 2025, at 3:30 PM Yukon Standard Time
• Project Duration: Upon contract award, all work must be completed by March 12, 2025.

Contact Information:

Chantal Pelletier
Chief Administrative Officer
Phone: 867-863-6271
Email: CAO@carmacks.ca

Submission Requirements:

Proposals may be submitted:

1. By Hand or Courier:
   CAO Office, Village of Carmacks
   143 River Drive, PO Box 113, Carmacks, YT Y0B 1C0
   Clearly mark: FireSmart Project FS-767 – Fuel Modification Treatment
2. By Email:
   Email to: CAO@carmacks.ca (maximum file size: 15 MB)

Scope of Work:

The project includes fuel modification and vegetation treatment as per the FireSmart Treatment Prescription (Appendix A). Tasks involve spacing, pruning, burning woody debris in compliance with safety regulations, and daily waste disposal.

Evaluation Criteria:

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

• Company profile and experience (25%)
• Personnel qualifications (20%)
• Equipment and safety protocols (20%)
• Lump sum contract price (25%)
• Optional interview (10%)

Additional Information:

This RFP does not obligate the Village of Carmacks to award a contract. For detailed project requirements and submission instructions, refer to the full RFP document available upon request.

We encourage interested contractors to inquire about the project before the inquiry deadline on January 28, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Amendments, if any, will be issued by 4:00 PM the same day.

We look forward to your submissions!