Random Text: The Department of Public Works is responsible for inspecting work performed by contractors within the County's right-of-way to make sure the work conforms to required standards. Contractors apply for an encroachment permit when working in the County's right-of-way, and the associated user fees for the permit cover the costs for performing the inspection work. The Camp Fire Government Hazard Tree Removal Program is expected to utilize up to 150 independent tree crews that will be working under a prime contractor to remove hazard trees in the County's right-of-way. The magnitude of the hazard tree removal effort will require dedicated inspectors, which exceeds the Department's current capacity. The Department issued a Request for Qualifications for encroachment and construction inspection services. Seven firms responded with Qualification Statements that were reviewed,