Tree Planting at Manchester State Forest

The South Carolina Forestry Commission is seeking a qualified contractor to provide full‑service tree planting for a reforestation effort on Manchester State Forest. The work covers 400 acres split between longleaf pine (19 acres) and loblolly pine (381 acres). The contractor must supply all seedlings, perform site preparation, plant according to spacing guidelines, guarantee a 60 % survival rate after one year, and adhere to environmental, safety, and quality standards. Bids are to be submitted on a per‑acre basis, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. • Plant 10,336 longleaf pine seedlings on 19 acres (8 ft × 10 ft spacing). • Plant 197,358 loblolly pine seedlings on 381 acres (7 ft × 12 ft spacing). • Complete planting between December 1 2026 and March 15 2027, with all seedlings supplied by the contractor and a one‑year survival guarantee.