Latest US Forest Contracts & Bids

The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) is soliciting bids for a forestry drum mulcher attachment for a Bobcat skid steer. The bid includes a forestry application kit. Delivery is required to the NTTA maintenance facility in Plano, Texas. Bidders must submit required forms (bid sheet, business information form, insurance requirements, business diversity program form) with their bid. The bid opening date is August 15, 2025, at 11:00:00 AM. A DBE, MBE, and WBE subcontractor participation goal is established. Bidders must submit a subcontractor planning form. NTTA will consider the lowest responsible bidder. Bids are valid until the contract execution process is completed, estimated **** days. Withdrawal of a bid prior to the bid due date will be returned unopened. Withdrawal after the due date requires NTTA's written consent. NTTA reserves the right to award to more than one bidder.

The timber sale prospectus for the Ice Hurdle Aspen sale, damaged by an ice storm in March 2025, is scheduled for September 4, 2025. Bidders are advised to inspect the sale area and review the location, estimated volumes, operating costs, and contract terms. A bond of $3,**** is required. A 10% down payment is due within 21 days of the sale award, and the remaining payment is due before cutting begins in each payment unit. Operations will terminate on 06302027. The sale includes various timber types and species, with specific requirements for harvesting and protection of certain trees. A presale and postsale conference is required. No new roads are permitted. There is a possible 12-month extension for one other state forest timber sale contract, with restrictions.

The sale of timber in the Pigeon River Country Management Unit, Michigan, has been damaged by an ice storm in March 2025. Bidders are advised to inspect the sale area and review the location, estimated volumes, operating costs and contract terms. Bids must be at or above the advertised price for each product and species. A bond in the amount of 1,**** is required. A 10% down payment is due within 21 days of the sale award. Payment for each subsequent unit must be made before cutting begins. Operations on the contract will terminate on **** and post-sale conferences are required. Specific conditions regarding timber specifications, transportation, operations, soil protection, and endangered species protection are detailed in the prospectus. No extensions are granted. A salvage extension with restrictions is possible for one other state forest timber sale contract.

The timber sale prospectus details a timber sale on specific lands in Cheboygan County, Michigan, damaged by an ice storm. The sale is a lump sum, sealed bid, and requires a bond of **** 10% down payment is due within 21 days of the sale award, with the remainder due before cutting begins. Operations must be completed by **** presale and postsale conference is required. There are specific conditions regarding timber specifications, transportation, operations, soil protection, and safety. No extensions are granted, but a 12-month extension is possible for another state forest timber sale contract under certain conditions. The sale area has received damage from the 2025 ice storm, and the purchaser should harvest the wood as soon as possible.