Withlacoochee quail farm #2 timber sale

This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued by the Suwannee River Water Management District for the Withlacoochee Quail Farm #2 Timber Sale in Madison County, Florida. The timber sale encompasses an 84-acre marked thinning of a mature (115-year-old) natural Longleaf Pine stand. The successful bidder will have a 4-month contract from November 1, 2024 to March 1, 2025 to harvest the timber, with a $10,000 advance payment and $10,000 damage deposit required. Bids are due electronically through DemandStar by 10:00 AM EST on September 18, 2024, and the bidder with the highest total sale value will be awarded the contract. The ITB outlines specific harvesting requirements, including utilizing good forestry practices, abiding by Best Management Practices, and taking precautions for listed species. It also addresses equipment fluids, recreation concerns, and provides details on the bid protest process, insurance requirements, and use of the contract by other Florida governmental entities.

Minority business enterprises and veteran-owned businesses will be given preference if bids are ranked equally. There are no incumbent vendors or current contractors listed, and no existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The value of the contract is not specified, but the required advance payment and damage deposit suggest a significant value.