INVITATION FOR BIDS FOR FORT POLK, LOUISIANA: FY2026 PAY-AS-CUT TIMBER CONTRACT, 2 ITEMS
ID: DACA63-9-25-0527Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW076 ENDIST FT WORTHFORT WORTH, TX, 76102-6124, USA

NAICS

Logging (113310)

PSC

AIRFIELD SPECIALIZED TRUCKS AND TRAILERS (1740)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/08f9147060ca4ae4aff799ebdc412049/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is inviting bids for the sale of government-owned pine timber located at Fort Polk, Louisiana, under the Invitation for Bids No. DACA63-9-25-0527. This procurement involves the sale of two items: 45,376 tons of pine pulpwood and 1,702 tons of pine sawtimber, with a required bid deposit of $15,000 for Item 1 and $5,000 for Item 2. The successful bidder will be responsible for adhering to environmental regulations and protecting cultural resources during the harvesting process, with inspections encouraged prior to bidding. Bids must be submitted by 10:00 AM local time on August 27, 2025, and interested parties can contact Corey Walk at corey.d.walk@usace.army.mil or Chad Tilley at chad.t.tilley.civ@army.mil for further information.

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    IFB_DACA63-9-25-0527_PAC ITEMS 1-2.pdf
    The document outlines an Invitation for Bids (IFB) concerning the sale of government-owned pine timber located at Fort Polk, Louisiana. The bid, identified as DACA63-9-25-0527, requires sealed submissions by August 27, 2025. Two items are being sold: 45,376 tons of pine pulpwood and 1,702 tons of pine sawtimber. Bidders must provide a deposit of $15,000 for Item 1 and $5,000 for Item 2 to be eligible. The sale includes specific conditions regarding environmentally sensitive areas and the protection of cultural resources. Bidders are encouraged to inspect the property before bidding. The contract stipulates compliance with various environmental regulations and penalties for violations, including improper harvesting and damage to undesignated trees. The successful bidder will be responsible for all operations and required to adhere strictly to the outlined terms and conditions. The government retains the right to terminate the agreement under certain circumstances or if the purchaser fails to comply with the contract obligations. Overall, the document serves as a formal solicitation for competitive bids, ensuring transparency in government timber sales while adhering to regulatory and environmental standards.
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