Request for Proposal
Provolt Recreation Site Large Woody Debris Project
The APWC is currently requesting proposals for our Williams Creek Aquatic Habitat Improvement Project at the Provolt Recreation Site. This project will enhance fish habitat in Williams Creek through the installation of 4-5 large wood structures (LWD) containing up to 100 logs. The structures will increase habitat complexity, provide essential shade and cover for aquatic species, and improve natural geomorphic processes in this reach of Williams Creek.
RFP Information
Proposal Opens: May 1, 2025
Pre-Bid Conference: May 16, 2025 - 10am
Proposal Due By: May 30, 2025 - 5pm
Questions & Electronic Submissions:
Luke Wimmer
Aquatic Restoration Program Director
luke@apwc.info
(541) 890-9765
Office Drop-off Submissions:
60 Upper Applegate Rd
Jacksonville, OR 97530
Project Description
This project will install multiple large woody debris (LWD) structures on Williams Creek at the Provolt Recreation Site. The project area spans approximately 500 linear feet of Williams Creek and will involve the installation of 4-5 large wood structures containing up to 100 logs to improve habitat. Each structure will consist of 5-7 buried logs with root wads installed vertically, with an additional 10-15 intertwined logs strategically placed for stability during high-flow events. Since there are no mature trees or bedrock anchor points available near the stream to secure the logs, approximately 50 boulders (2-4 ft diameter) will be incorporated as ballast within the structures to provide additional stability. The design utilizes a 'field fit' approach where exact placement and configuration of structures will be determined on-site in collaboration with project partners. All restoration actions will be implemented in cooperation with APWC and the BLM.
The project site is located on BLM-managed land at the Provolt Recreation Site in Josephine County, Oregon. This location provides public access to Williams Creek, an important tributary in the Applegate watershed. The APWC is implementing this project in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management Grants Pass Field Office, with funding provided to improve aquatic habitat conditions for native fish species and overall watershed health in this reach of Williams Creek.