Holton creek #5 timber sale

The state and local contracting opportunity posted by the state of Florida is for the Holton Creek #5 Timber Sale, which is being procured by the Suwannee River Water Management District. The sale consists of six areas totaling approximately 140 acres in Hardee County, Florida, and is divided into two harvest types: five areas of clearcut with hardwood chipping, and one area of marked pine thinning with hardwood chipping. The sale includes pine and hardwood timber types ranging in age from 1971 to 1986. The successful bidder will be required to enter into a 12-month timber contract, with a $10,000 advance payment and $10,000 damage/security deposit. Harvesting is prohibited during certain hunting dates in 2024, and the contract outlines detailed pricing terms per timber type and size, along with specific requirements such as the use of best management practices, equipment cleaning, and reporting of any spills or discharges. The bid opening is scheduled for February 28, 2024, at 10:00 AM EDT, and bids must be submitted electronically through the DemandStar platform prior to the deadline.

Minority and veteran-owned businesses may receive preference in the award process if bids are equal. The Suwannee River Water Management District reserves the right to refuse any and all bids. No information is provided regarding incumbent vendors or current contractors, or the potential award value or budget range for this procurement.