RFP 325-415 7 Mile FHT Harvest

Washington State Parks is soliciting bids through RFP 325-415 7 Mile FHT Harvest for contract harvesters, logging firms, operators of logging equipment, or any qualified firms, businesses, or individuals to perform thinning and harvesting work on approximately 382 acres in Riverside State Park in Spokane County, Washington. The project involves uneven-aged thinning from below to reduce basal area by 30-60%, reducing wildfire fuel load, and minimizing soil disturbance. The estimated log volume is approximately 638 MBF of ponderosa pine, with delivery required between November 11, 2024 and June 30, 2025. The contract will have a period of performance from November 11, 2024 to June 30, 2025, with the potential for extensions up to a total of five years. Bidders will be evaluated on their bid price per unit measure (MBF or tons) for sawlogs and pulp, as well as their statement of available resources, operating schedule, and work plan. A pre-bid field tour is strongly recommended, and bids are due by 1:00 PM PST on November 13, 2024.

The state will apply a 20-point preference for Washington Small Businesses and/or Certified Veteran-Owned Businesses. The procurement is open to all qualified firms, but does not indicate any incumbent vendors or provide details on current budget or award values. The solicitation covers multiple jurisdictions in Washington, including Spokane, Garfield, Asotin, Pend Oreille, Ferry, Stevens, Whitman, Adams, Lincoln, and Columbia counties, as well as the cities of Asotin, Stevenson, Lake Stevens, Spokane, Spokane Valley, and Garfield Town.