Feral Cattle Removal Project - Honuaula Forest Reserve, Hawaii

Background
The Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife is soliciting proposals for the removal of feral cattle from Honuaula Forest Reserve, Hawaii. The project aims to remove all feral cattle from approximately 3,055 acres located in Honuaula Forest Reserve Tract 3, Waiaha Springs Restricted Watershed, and Hienaloli parcel on the island of Hawaii.

Work Details
The objectives of the cattle removal project include removing all cattle from the designated project area within two years, generating income for DLNR/DOFAW, and encouraging the maximum utilization of meat from removed cattle.
The project location is in the Honuaula Forest Reserve on the west side of Hawaii Island, covering approximately 3,055 acres with elevations ranging from 1,500 feet to 4,600 feet.
The project involves capturing live cattle regardless of age, sex, or condition, except for sick, diseased, or dangerous animals.
The successful permittee will be responsible for capturing and/or disposing of all cattle in a safe, humane, methodical, and timely manner.
The contract period will be for two years with a possible one-year extension if agreed upon by both parties.

Period of Performance
The contract period will be for two years commencing at the time the Notice to Proceed is issued. The estimated start date is August 1, 2024.

Place of Performance
The geographic location for the contract performance is at Honuaula Forest Reserve Tract 3 and Hienaloli parcel on the island of Hawaii.