Professional Forestry Consultant Services - DBNF

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) is seeking proposals from qualified forestry consultants to implement medium to large-scale forest habitat improvement projects on the Cumberland Ranger District of the Daniel Boone National Forest in northeastern Kentucky. The scope of work includes consulting with KDFWR foresters and biologists, performing mid-story removal, basal bark treatment, and other forestry techniques in rough, steep terrain. Proposals are due by November 28, 2023, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for November 15, 2023. The initial contract term is anticipated to be from December 15, 2023, through June 30, 2024, with potential for renewal. The procurement will be evaluated based on technical qualifications, relevant experience, and proposed cost, with the total possible score being 800 points.

The Commonwealth of Kentucky does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There are also no listed incumbent vendors or current contractors. The total budget for this project is not to exceed $75,000, and the Commonwealth reserves the right to negotiate with the top-ranked vendor and request a Best and Final Offer if necessary.