MOTHER LODE LAND TRUST SEEKS CONTRACTOR

For Fencing Contractors,

The Mother Lode Land Trust (“MLLT”) is seeking bids to construct perimeter fencing around the Amador Community Farm’s community garden area. A grant through the Department of Conservation’s farmland improvement grant program has been secured to fund this project.

The Community Garden is a site on the 200-acre Historic Chichizola/Cuneo Ranch off Jackson Gate Rd. in Jackson CA. MLLT owns the property and has been thus far working with a grassroots, all volunteer group of people to develop the first phase of the community garden. This fencing project (Phase 2) will expand the garden, allowing more space to grow produce, provide a place for fieldtrips & classes, allow for the development of NRCS practices demonstration areas, and protect wetland and natural areas.

Project Specifics:

Start date: Anytime

Completion date: No later than 12/31/2023

Linear feet of fencing: 1345 +/-

Acreage: 4

Fence Height: 8’

Materials: Two 4’ sections of field fence, t-posts, some barbed wire (contractor recommendations will also be considered)

Gates: one 16’ & one 8’

Terrain/condition: flat to rolling hills, one drainage. Some heritage oaks in the fence line. Some downed trees along existing fence. Accessible by vehicle. Cattle on adjacent properties.

Contractors interested in submitting a bid should reach out to the Mother Lode Land Trust to set up a time to view the site. Bids must be in writing and you must be able to submit written invoices showing time, and materials for the grant reporting. Contractors must carry at least $1M in liability insurance.

For questions or to schedule a site visit, contact Ellie Routt.

ellie.motherlodelandtrust@gmail.com

c. 209-419-2861