This is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for
forestry management services. The submission deadline is Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. Responses must be delivered to Central Arkansas Water at 425 West Capitol Ave. , 8th floor, Little Rock, AR **** can hand-deliver or use USPS, UPS, or FedEx. The response must be in a sealed package, properly marked with the RFQ number, date and time of opening, respondent's name, and return address. Written questions regarding the RFQ must be submitted by 4:00 PM Central Time on Wednesday, March 5th, via email to ***@***. *. * answers will be posted to the C. A. W. website by Friday, March 7th. Pricing will be negotiated with the apparent successful respondent. The response must not include any pricing. The respondent must meet minimum qualifications, including 5 years of experience providing
forestry services in Arkansas, an Arkansas registered forester or certified consulting forester, familiarity with best
management practices for water quality protection, and familiarity with shortleaf pine-oak silviculture techniques. The evaluation criteria include general and professional reputation, project team and qualifications, experience with similar projects, unique qualifications, and proximity/familiarity with the geographical area. The successful respondent will be determined by the total score received in the evaluation. Additional documents may be required. The contract will be subject to C. A. W. approval processes. Responses must be in English.