Description
The State University of New York (SUNY) is soliciting bids for the harvest of timber located on Huntington Wildlife Forest, Newcomb, NY. The harvest area is approximately 20 acres and is accessible from State Route 28N. The contractor will be required to harvest timber from three areas, with specific guidelines for each area. The contractor must also install Best Management Practices (BMPs) on all skid trails and forest roads as designated by the college. The contract will be awarded to the highest bidder based on estimated harvest volumes.
• The contractor must purchase and deliver specific products to the landing area prior to beginning any harvesting.
• The contractor must make a reasonable attempt to begin harvesting in 2026, as weather conditions allow.
• The contractor must meet or exceed New York State BMPs for all timber harvesting operations.
• The contractor must submit three hard copies of their bid, with original signatures, by the deadline.
• The contractor must provide required insurance and Workers Compensation documents, as well as a performance bond, upon execution of the contract.