How to bid on firebreak and hazard tree work for Massachusetts DCR

What the agency is buying

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks firebreak maintenance and hazard tree removal at Nickerson State Park in Amherst. The work includes removing and mitigating hazard trees in campgrounds, on internal roads, and along the internal bike path.

This opportunity may suit firms that provide tree hazard mitigation and related firebreak maintenance services.

Deadline and submission

Quotes are due November 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. The solicitation is BD-27-1020-DCRFC-DC366-134921.

Check the full bid for its submission directions and requirements. The deadline is the time by which your quote must be submitted according to those directions.

Who this opportunity suits

This bid is relevant to environmental service vendors with experience in hazard tree removal and firebreak maintenance. Firms should assess the full bid documents to determine whether the work and submission requirements fit their capabilities.

How to access and respond

Click “View the original posting” to open the bid on COMMBUYS. The posting and documents can be viewed and downloaded without an account.

To submit a quote electronically, register for a free COMMBUYS vendor account. Otherwise, follow the submission directions in the bid documents.

Prepare a clear, competitive quote

Review the full solicitation and all downloadable documents before preparing your response. Check the stated work areas and submission directions, and make sure your quote addresses the requested services clearly.

Allow time to complete any COMMBUYS sign-in steps if submitting electronically. For questions about the solicitation, the listed point of contact is Casey Duggan at [email protected].