Tracks for Log Skidder Morgan Monroe SF 153768Bid Documents

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a procurement for tracks for a log skidder to be used at Morgan Monroe State Forest and other state properties, identified under Solicitation Number 85456. The specific procurement requires one set of Olo Eco-Wheel 30.5 x 32 tracks for timber harvesting and emergency operations such as tornado clean-up. Responses to the Request for Quotation (RFQ) can be submitted via email to asimonton@dnr.in.gov, fax to (317) 972-3275, or mail to the IN Dept of Natural Resources at 402 W. Washington St. W265 in Indianapolis. The solicitation was issued on September 26, 2025, with responses due by October 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM. All quoted prices must remain valid for 30 calendar days after the response due date, and bidders are required to include shipping costs in their unit price. Questions regarding the solicitation must be emailed to asimonton@dnr.in.gov by October 23, 2025.

The procurement includes specific diversity and participation goals, with contract objectives of 8% Minority participation, 11% Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) participation, and 3% Indiana Veteran-Owned Small Business (IVOSB) participation. Bidders must complete detailed forms documenting their business classification and economic impact, and comply with state regulations including drug-free workplace certification and employment eligibility verification. The solicitation emphasizes open competition and allows alternate bids if they can be verified as equal or better than specified. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement aims to enable the DNR division to complete forestry tasks internally without the expense and liability of outside contracting. The tracks will support the department's operational capabilities for timber management and emergency response activities across state properties, with a focus on cost-effective and efficient resource utilization.