Description
This solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to harvest timber on 249 acres of Sproul State Forest in Clinton County, PA. The work includes removal of dead oak saw‑timber and pulp‑wood, construction of a haul‑road, installation of log landings, stone spreading, and re‑seeding disturbed areas. Bidders must submit a lump‑sum price exceeding $40,698.43, provide a $2,500 bid‑deposit, and a performance bond calculated as a percentage of the bid value. The contract requires FSC and SFI certification, compliance with strict environmental and safety standards, and may be extended up to May 31 2029.
• Harvest 249 ac of timber (≈ 1 200 MBF saw‑timber, ≈ 2 800 cords pulp‑wood).
• Construct 0.1 mi haul‑road, 5 small landings, spread 333 tons of sandstone, and seed ~2 ac with approved mix.
• Minimum bid $40,698.43; $2,500 bid‑deposit; performance bond 10‑25 % of bid value.
• Requires FSC/SFI certification, crew training, and strict haul‑road and slash restrictions.