DNR - TSP Cadillac - KF Tree Mix; 297. 8 acres

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Forest Resources Division is seeking a timber sale contract for the KF Tree Mix project located in the Cadillac Management Unit, specifically covering 297.8 acres across sections 6 and 1-2 in Township 24N, Range 10/11W within Washtenaw County. The procurement involves systematic thinning and clearcut treatments across multiple forest stands, including planted red pine, maple/beech, aspen, white pine, and mixed upland deciduous areas. Contractors will be required to perform comprehensive forest management activities, including GPS boundary work, paint line marking in red and yellow, and precise tree cutting specifications. The timber sale prescribes specific marking and cutting requirements, such as thinning red pine stands to 100 basal area, leaving 20 basal area of quality sugar maple in designated areas, and cutting trees down to 2" diameter at breast height with varying retention requirements. The contract work is scheduled to begin immediately and must be completed by July 1, 2026, with all activities executed from the Manton Field Office. Contractors must adhere to detailed restrictions on marking, paint usage, and provide comprehensive documentation of deliverables.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the document, the timber sale will involve the production of sawlog and pulpwood products with minimum diameter requirements. The contract appears to be open to qualified timber management and forestry contractors with expertise in systematic forest thinning and clearcut treatments. The procurement does not specify a precise award value or budget range, but the scope of work covers nearly 298 acres of diverse forest stands, suggesting a significant operational contract. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate technical proficiency in forest management, precise tree marking, and the ability to execute complex timber harvesting operations with minimal environmental disruption. The contract requirements include meticulous documentation, GPS boundary work, and compliance with specific DNR Forest Resources Division guidelines for timber extraction and forest stand management.