Timber Stand Improvement

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is seeking bids for a Timber Stand Improvement project at the J.N. Kearn Memorial Wildlife Area located in Pettis and Johnson Counties, Missouri. The solicitation covers approximately 205 acres divided into 13 distinct stands ranging from 3 to 44 acres, with vendors required to submit per-acre pricing for each stand. The project's primary objective is to improve timber stands through specific forest management techniques, with the contract period extending from the date of award through April 16, 2024. Bidders must submit their responses electronically through the MissouriBUYS system by October 20, 2023, at 2:00 PM CDT. Vendors are required to complete and submit multiple exhibits, including Exhibit A, as part of their bid package. The procurement contact is Matt Wiseman, who can be reached at 573-522-4115 x3559 or Matt.Wiseman@mdc.mo.gov for any questions regarding the solicitation.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations, minority business enterprise preferences, or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no mentioned requirements for existing infrastructure or technology integration. The total estimated contract value is not disclosed in the documentation. Payment terms are set at Net 45 Days, with delivery specified as Free On Board Destination. The bid is open to all vendors, with no apparent limitations on company size, type, or previous experience with similar projects. Vendors are solely responsible for ensuring timely and complete submission of their bid responses, including all required exhibits and documentation. The MDC intends to award a single contract for the entire timber stand improvement project.