RFP | General Contractor/Project Manager - Roadside Fire Fuel Reduction Program

Position Requirements Position Title General Contractor / Project Manager – Roadside Fire Fuel Reduction (CWDG) Contract Type Professional Services Contract (Grant-Funded) One (1) Year Term, Renewable Annually (Up to Four Years Total) Renewal subject to performance, funding availability, and County approval Program USDA Forest Service – Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG) Position Summary The General Contractor / Project Manager will provide overall management, coordination, and oversight of roadside fire fuel reduction projects on county-owned roads funded through the Community Wildfire Defense Grant (CWDG). Services will be provided under a one-year contract, with the option for annual renewal for the duration of the grant period. The contractor will ensure all work is completed in accordance with county specifications, grant requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and will manage subcontracted agencies performing the physical fuel reduction work. This position is intended as a professional services role focused on project administration, oversight, and compliance. Physical fuel reduction work is not required unless separately authorized by the County. Key Responsibilities Project Management and Oversight Manage annual roadside fire fuel reduction activities on designated county road corridors.Develop yearly work plans, schedules, and deliverables aligned with CWDG objectives and CWPP priorities.Coordinate activities with Ferry County Emergency Management, Public Works, and other stakeholders. Subcontractor Procurement and Management Identify, procure, and oversee qualified subcontractors or agencies performing fuel reduction work.Ensure subcontractors maintain:Appropriate licenses and certificationsRequired insurance coverageActive SAM.gov registration and UEI for federal reimbursementMonitor subcontractor performance and compliance throughout the contract year. Grant and Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) and all CWDG grant conditions.Maintain documentation required for federal reimbursement, including invoices, work verification, and progress reporting.Prepare materials necessary for annual performance review and contract renewal consideration. Quality Control and Reporting Conduct field oversight and inspections to verify work meets specifications and safety standards.Provide regular written progress reports to Ferry County.Maintain records sufficient for audit, monitoring, and grant closeout. Coordination and Communication Serve as the primary point of contact between Ferry County, subcontractors, and grant administrators.Participate in meetings, site visits, and coordination efforts related to wildfire mitigation activities. Required Qualifications Experience managing vegetation management, wildfire mitigation, forestry, or similar projects.Demonstrated experience with federal or state grant-funded projects.Experience managing subcontractors and ensuring licensing, insurance, and regulatory compliance.Knowledge of wildfire risk reduction practices and roadside vegetation management. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience with USDA Forest Service, FEMA, or other federally funded grant programs.Familiarity with Washington State public works and prevailing wage requirements.Experience working with rural counties or local government agencies. Compensation Compensation will be negotiated on a one-year basis and must comply with federal grant requirements under 2 CFR Part 200. Compensation may be structured as an hourly rate, fixed annual fee, or not-to-exceed amount. Compliance Statement All work performed under this contract must comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and grant requirements. Washington State prevailing wage requirements apply to applicable field work performed by subcontractors. Davis-Bacon Act requirements apply only if specifically required by the federal funding agency.