Forest Stand Improvement Services - Atlanta Conservation Area

The Missouri Department of Conservation is seeking a qualified contractor to perform forest stand improvement services on approximately 95 acres within the Deer Ridge Conservation Area (Compartment 2, Lewis County, MO). The work includes silvicultural treatments on five designated timber stands, requiring the use of herbicides and other chemicals under a valid Missouri commercial pesticide applicator’s license. The contractor must supply all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision, comply with all state environmental and safety regulations, and provide documentation of pesticide license compliance upon request. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and will run from the date of award until April 1 2027. • Scope: Silvicultural (stand improvement) treatments on 5 stands (~95 acres). • Required licenses: Valid Missouri commercial pesticide applicator’s license. • Deliverables: Completion of prescribed treatments, compliance documentation, and adherence to Department‑specified standards (see attached Herbicide Standards). • Contract value: Not disclosed; pricing is “price only” and evaluated on lowest‑responsive bid. • Submission: Electronic bids via MissouriBUYS (or mail upon request) by 2:00 PM CT, Sept 3 2026. • Mandatory requirements: Business compliance exhibits, tax‑clearance certificate, Secretary of State registration, and potential participation with an Organization for the Blind or Sheltered Workshop (minimum $5,000 or 2% of contract value).