Otsego RA # 5, Exeter State Forest; Stands C-2, 3, 6, 8; D-2

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is seeking bids for the Sale of Forest Products in the Exeter State Forest, specifically targeting Stands C-2, 3, 6, 8, and D-2, located in the Town of Exeter, Otsego County. The procurement involves the sale of approximately 528.4 MBF of softwood and hardwood sawtimber, along with 11.7 cords of hardwood firewood. The contract is set to run through December 4, 2028, with potential extensions available at the DEC's discretion. Contractors can request contract extensions up to 12 months in length, with a total extension period not exceeding 24 months. Extension requests must be submitted in writing at least 60 days prior to the contract termination date. Bidders should note the proposal due date of December 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM, and be prepared to submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their capability to execute the forest product harvesting and sales contract.

The procurement opportunity is open to business entities across all New York State counties, with no specific service-disabled veteran-owned set-aside provisions identified. No incumbent vendors or previous contractors were listed for this particular forest product sale. The solicitation does not specify a precise award value or budget range, though the volume of timber and firewood suggests a potentially significant contract. Interested parties should carefully review the full request for proposals to understand the specific requirements for timber harvesting, environmental considerations, and contractual obligations. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in forest product extraction, compliance with environmental regulations, and the operational capacity to successfully complete the timber sale within the specified timeframe.