Indian Trail Conservation Area TSI

The Missouri Department of Conservation is requesting bids on timber stand improvement services at the Indian Trail Conservation Area in Dent County under IFB MDC 0000000288SL, with responses due October 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time.

The scope encompasses TSI operations across six timber blocks totaling 57 acres: Block A (11 acres), Block B (7 acres), Block C (10 acres), Block D (3 acres), Block E (18 acres), and Block F (8 acres). Work is classified as timber removal services. Bidders must provide unit prices per acre for each block; all costs for equipment, tools, labor, supervision, and materials must be included in the stated unit prices. Contract term runs from date of award through one year with no renewal options. The Department will award a Blanket Purchase Agreement to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on cost alone, calculated using a formula yielding a maximum of 200 cost evaluation points.

The Department has established goals for awarding three percent of contracts to Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (SDVEs) and Honorably Discharged Veteran Business Enterprises (HDVEs). Suppliers may also receive bonus points for participation by Organizations for the Blind or Sheltered Workshops. Suppliers must comply with Missouri tax compliance requirements, maintain Secretary of State registration, complete E-Verify enrollment if classified as a business entity, and provide proof of compliance prior to award. Pricing is firm and fixed for all six line items. Payment terms are net 30 days upon receipt of a valid invoice after acceptance of completed services.

Site tours are available upon request by contacting Chad Medlock at 573-743-6315. Bids are submitted electronically via MissouriBUYS powered by MOVERS or by US mail.