Description
The Missouri Department of Conservation is soliciting competitive sealed bids to perform Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) services on 114 acres within the White Ranch Conservation Area (Howell County). The work includes over‑story and under‑story thinning, removal of undesirable species, and post‑harvest slashing across four defined cutting blocks, with pricing required on a per‑acre basis. Bidders must be registered in MissouriBUYS, provide tax‑compliance certification, and meet various state business‑entity and veteran‑preference requirements. The contract will run for one year from award, and the lowest responsive and responsible bid will be selected.
• Scope: Forest management (thinning, removal, slashing) on four cutting blocks totaling 114 acres.
• Pricing: Fixed price per acre for each block; total contract value expected in the low‑to‑mid‑tens of thousands of dollars.
• Requirements: Missouri registration, “Vendor No Tax Due” certificate, Secretary of State registration, business entity certification, and compliance with veteran‑business and blind/sheltered‑workshop participation preferences.
• Submission: Electronic bids via MissouriBUYS (or mail upon request) by 2:00 PM CST, 2 Nov 2026.
• Evaluation: Lowest and best responsive bid; preference points for Missouri‑based products and veteran‑owned businesses.
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Contact
Ashley Ballard(Buyer)