Gosnell Creek LWD and Fish Passage Project - Phase 2, MCD Contract #2026-03 Bid Packet
MASON CONSERVATION DISTRICT (MCD) is requesting bids from qualified parties to assist with ongoing restoration e orts in a high priority reach along the mainstem of Gosnell Creek in Mason County, Washington through the implementation of instream habitat restoration and floodplain connectivity practices. The project includes construction of 9, pile supported and bank ballasted LWD (Large Woody Debris) Habitat/Complexity structures, 1 bank ballasted Back Channel ELJ (Engineered Log Jam) and excavation of an approximately 160 LF back channel. Spoils from back channel excavation will be hauled to, spread and compacted at an on-site upland spoils area. Imported streambed sediments will be placed within the back channel per the Engineer’s Plans and Specifications. This Work will also require stabilizing all areas disturbed by construction activities with hydroseed as well as resurfacing approximately 2300 LF of W. Winter Creek Road. The project is located on private property at 251 Loertscher Road, Shelton, Washington.
As detailed in the Engineering Plans, the planned work will require isolation, de-watering and fish exclusion around the 9 Habitat/Complexity ELJ structures as well as at the outlet of the proposed back channel. MCD staff or their authorized fish removal specialists will coordinate with the selected Contractor to complete necessary fish removal as part of dewatering efforts.
The construction of the ELJ structures and a portion of the back channel excavation will occur at or below the ordinary high-water mark (OHWM) and must be completed within the permitted in-water work window defined by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) project Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) permit. All work must be completed in compliance with the HPA and, all work at or below the OHWM must occur between July 16, 2026, and October 15, 2026. All Work must be substantially complete by September 30, 2026. This is a public works contract requiring payment of prevailing wages in accordance with Washington State and Federal laws. Bids for this project will be received until April 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Bid packets are available by contacting MCD at [email protected] or viewing/ downloading at http://bxwa.com.
A mandatory job show will be held on March 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., meeting at 251 W. Loertscher Road, Shelton, WA 98584. Attendance at the job show is mandatory for bid submission. Bidders may submit questions by way of email to Andy Sorter at [email protected]. All questions must be submitted by email prior to 5 P.M. on March 31, 2026. All responses will be published on http://bxwa.com by the end of day, April 3, 2026.
As detailed in the Engineering Plans, the planned work will require isolation, de-watering and fish exclusion around the 9 Habitat/Complexity ELJ structures as well as at the outlet of the proposed back channel. MCD staff or their authorized fish removal specialists will coordinate with the selected Contractor to complete necessary fish removal as part of dewatering efforts.
The construction of the ELJ structures and a portion of the back channel excavation will occur at or below the ordinary high-water mark (OHWM) and must be completed within the permitted in-water work window defined by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) project Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) permit. All work must be completed in compliance with the HPA and, all work at or below the OHWM must occur between July 16, 2026, and October 15, 2026. All Work must be substantially complete by September 30, 2026. This is a public works contract requiring payment of prevailing wages in accordance with Washington State and Federal laws. Bids for this project will be received until April 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Bid packets are available by contacting MCD at [email protected] or viewing/ downloading at http://bxwa.com.
A mandatory job show will be held on March 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., meeting at 251 W. Loertscher Road, Shelton, WA 98584. Attendance at the job show is mandatory for bid submission. Bidders may submit questions by way of email to Andy Sorter at [email protected]. All questions must be submitted by email prior to 5 P.M. on March 31, 2026. All responses will be published on http://bxwa.com by the end of day, April 3, 2026.
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