Firewood Deliveries for Cove Palisades State Park/The Cove MU

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) #10647 for firewood deliveries to Cove Palisades State Park, specifically targeting the Deschutes and Crooked River Campgrounds located in Jefferson County. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide palletized bundles of cut, split, and seasoned firewood, with an expected annual quantity of 22-25 cords. Bidders must deliver firewood meeting specific requirements, including precise moisture content, wood diameter, and bundle size specifications. The contract term spans from the effective date through March 1, 2027, with potential extensions for up to six additional years. The solicitation was issued on January 2, 2024, with a bid submission deadline of January 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM, and an anticipated contract award date of January 19, 2024. Bidders must be registered in OregonBuys and submit required documentation, including a contractual acceptance form, pricing proposal form, and bidder responsibility form. OPRD will evaluate bids based on price and other considerations such as contractor experience, expertise, and overall responsibility.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. O'Malley Brothers Corporation submitted the sole bid, offering a unit price of $5.60 per bundle, with a total estimated bid of $5.60 for the project. Bidders will receive payment based on actual, measured quantities delivered, with the state applying preferences for goods manufactured in Oregon and from recycled materials. The contract includes provisions for the contractor to handle all transportation and handling charges, with the agency reserving the right to inspect equipment and personnel and to obtain firewood from alternative sources if necessary. OPRD will pay the contractor within 30 calendar days of final acceptance of delivered goods. While a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the anticipated annual delivery of 22-25 cords suggests a moderate-scale procurement with potential for ongoing service through the contract's potential seven-year duration.