ITB 9614 - Firewood and Delivery at Milo McIver State Park

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) 9614 for firewood and delivery services at Milo McIver State Park in Clackamas County, Oregon. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide palletized bundles of cut, split, and seasoned firewood, along with seasoned kindling, with delivery and off-loading services included. Each firewood bundle must contain a minimum of 5 pieces of wood between 16-18 inches long and 3-6 inches in diameter, with a volume of at least 1 cubic foot. The contractor will be responsible for delivering firewood to the campground firewood shed within 5 business days of OPRD's request, with up to 6 emergency deliveries per year required within 2 days. Bids were due by May 5, 2023, at 2:00 pm Pacific Time, with an anticipated contract award on May 8, 2023. The primary evaluation criterion is pricing, though OPRD may also consider factors such as contractor experience, expertise, and overall responsibility. The initial contract term is two years, with potential extensions for up to six additional years.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though it does note preferences for goods manufactured in Oregon and from recycled materials. The bid tabulation reveals three bidders: O'Malley Brothers Corporation, Weller Custom Firewood LLC, and JB Wood Recyclers LLC, with unit prices ranging from $4.50 to $5.50 per bundle of firewood and $5.50 to $9.00 per bundle of kindling. The Intent to Award notice indicates that Weller Custom Firewood LLC is the recommended awardee, subject to successful negotiations. The contract includes standard requirements such as insurance coverage and compliance with state policies, including a tobacco-free environment on state property. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the pricing suggests a potential annual contract value that would depend on the volume of firewood and kindling required by Milo McIver State Park throughout the two-year contract period.