INVITATION FOR BIDS AT FORT POLK, LOUISIANA: FY2027 PAY-AS-CUT TIMBER CONTRACT, ITEMS 1-2

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is soliciting bids for a pay-as-cut timber contract at Fort Polk, Louisiana. The contract involves the purchase and removal of government-owned forest products, specifically pine pulpwood, from two areas: the Cold Springs training area and the Kurthwood/Simpson training areas. The sale consists of an estimated volume of 18,728 tons of standing pine pulpwood in the Cold Springs area and 57,612 tons in the Kurthwood/Simpson area. Bidders are required to submit a bid deposit of $5,000 for Item 1 and $16,000 for Item 2. The successful bidder will be required to perform the work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, including daily clearance into and out of the sale area, protection of environmentally sensitive sites, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Some key points to consider: • The contract requires the bidder to harvest and remove the timber within a specified timeframe. • The bidder must comply with all environmental regulations and protect sensitive areas. • The contract includes provisions for termination for default or convenience and liquidated damages. • The bidder must provide a performance deposit or bond to ensure compliance with the contract terms.