Re-bid Timber Sale- Sand Ridge State Forest Management 2026 Harvest

The State of Illinois, through the RESCONSERV422 Office of Resource Conservation, awarded a timber harvesting contract valued at $25,585.00 to Littleton Storm & Timber Services, Inc. under Open Market Small Purchase procurement 26-422DNR-RESCO-P-98027. The contract was executed on June 16, 2026, with a completion date of June 15, 2028, establishing a 24-month performance period. The prime contractor is responsible for commercial harvesting operations at Sand Ridge State Forest in Mason County, Illinois, under oversight by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources with designated forester Matt Peterson serving as the Department's representative.

The scope of work encompasses selective timber harvesting of approximately 8,500 red and white pine trees across 214 acres, with an estimated yield of 1,211,000 board feet measured on the Doyle scale. The contractor must possess a current Illinois Timber Buyer's license and is responsible for all equipment, materials, and personnel required to execute the harvest. The contract incorporates extensive environmental compliance requirements including Best Management Practices for erosion control, wildlife protection, Migratory Bird Treaty Act compliance, and operational restrictions during firearm deer seasons and adverse soil conditions. Payment is structured as 50% of the lump sum plus a 10% performance deposit upon contract execution, with the remaining 50% due prior to work commencement.