Description
The Suwannee River Water Management District is offering a clear‑cut timber sale of approximately 96 acres of 1989‑planted slash pine in Suwannee County, Florida. Interested parties must submit a lump‑sum bid electronically via DemandStar by 10:00 a.m. on 22 October 2026. A $10,000 damage/security deposit is required prior to contract execution, and a mandatory pre‑harvest meeting will be held with the successful bidder’s logger before any logging begins. The bidder is responsible for road maintenance, compliance with best‑management practices, and must use a Master Logger. • 96‑acre parcel of slash pine (clear‑cut) • Inspection window: 13‑21 Oct 2026 (optional) • Bid deadline: 22 Oct 2026, 10:00 AM EST • Lump‑sum payment required; $10,000 deposit held in escrow • Mandatory pre‑harvest meeting & ongoing oversight by District Project Manager • Requirements: Master Logger, road upkeep, BMP compliance, insurance (workers comp, auto, general liability) • Contract award expected shortly after bid opening; contract execution within 10 days of award.