S4S CCA Treated Wood Posts

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) S4S CCA Treated Wood Posts contract provides a comprehensive procurement vehicle for high-quality wooden posts used in highway, road, street, and signage applications. The vehicle specifically covers CCA-treated Southern Yellow Pine or Norway/Jack Pine lumber in #1 and #2 grades, processed as S4S (sanded and planed on four sides). Posts are available in multiple dimensions ranging from 4" x 6" x 12' to 4" x 6" x 24', with each bundle containing 32 uniformly sized posts. The contract mandates strict quality standards, including a 25-year warranty against rot, decay, and termites, and requires compliance with American Wood-Preservers Association Standards.

The contract was awarded to Pine River Group on December 14, 2023, with an initial one-year term and three potential one-year renewal options. The total contract value for Section A (mandatory #2 grade lumber) is $1,611,420.00, covering an annual quantity of 44,200 units. The vehicle supports cooperative purchasing across Wisconsin municipalities, including counties, cities, villages, towns, school districts, and federally recognized tribal entities. Delivery timeframes range from 15 to 25 working days depending on post length, with FOB destination freight included. The procurement also includes goals for 5% minority business enterprise and 1% disabled veteran-owned business participation, emphasizing the state's commitment to inclusive contracting practices.