The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is inviting bids for a salvage contract involving the sale and removal of government-owned timber at Wright Patman Lake, Lake O’ the Pines, and the White Oak Creek Mitigation Area. Bidders are required to submit sealed bids for the purchase of various quantities of pine and hardwood sawtimber, pulpwood, and other forest products, with a bid deposit of $1,000 required for participation. This initiative is part of the federal government's strategy to responsibly manage forest resources while engaging private entities, ensuring compliance with environmental protections and operational regulations. Bids must be submitted by 10:00 AM on December 10, 2024, and interested parties can contact Corey Walk at corey.d.walk@usace.army.mil or Stephanie Price at stephanie.a.price@usace.army.mil for further information.