Forest Grove Tree Planting

The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) is soliciting bids for tree planting services in the Forest Grove and Tillamook Districts, seeking a contractor to execute a comprehensive forestry management project. The procurement involves planting services for approximately 10 initial plant units totaling 682 acres and interplant units comprising approximately 350 acres. The contract will run from the date of signing until September 1, 2026, with the work period anticipated to start on December 1, 2025, and be completed by April 15, 2026. Bidders must provide a minimum daily crew of 10-15 planters, supervised by an experienced, non-planting foreman. Evaluation criteria will focus on contractor experience, expertise, and responsibility, with the intent to award to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Key deliverables include precise tree planting according to specified quality standards, with full payment contingent on achieving 92% or higher planting quality. A voluntary pre-bid conference is scheduled for April 29, 2025, at 9:00 AM, and final bids are due by May 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. ODF will furnish the seedlings, which may include various plug and bare root stock types, and the contract includes provisions for potential three-year extensions. Payment will be calculated based on planting quality and trees per acre (TPA), with prorated payments for lower quality work and mandatory replanting at no additional cost for substandard performance. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the scope of 1,032 total acres suggests a significant project investment. The contract includes penalties for intentional tree hiding or discarding, emphasizing the importance of precise and ethical planting practices. The geographical focus spans multiple sections in Tillamook and Clatsop Counties, primarily in townships T2N, T3N, and T4N across R5W and R6W ranges, with detailed topographical maps provided as part of the bidding documentation.