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Biomass Timber Sale: Harvest and Removal of Unmarked Hardwoods from Indian Lake State Forest

This opportunity from the Florida Forest Service involves the sale and removal of biomass timber from the Tower Tract of Indian Lake State Forest in Marion County, Florida. - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service - Scope of Work: - Harvest all unmarked hardwoods from 252 acres - Use of onsite chipper or grinder is mandatory for processing biomass - Hardwoods marked with blue paint and all pines must not be harvested or damaged - Harvest boundaries are defined by marked roads, trails, and orange painted trees - Products/Services Requested: - Biomass timber (unmarked hardwoods) from 252 acres - No estimated volume of fuelwood provided - Unique Requirements: - Strict adherence to marking guidelines (do not harvest marked hardwoods or pines) - Onsite chipping or grinding required - Contract duration is twelve months - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Details: - Opportunity is open for sealed bids - No administrative or procedural requirements highlighted beyond technical specifications

Description

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service is seeking sealed bids for the sale of timber. This biomass sale consists of 252 acres of hardwoods on the Tower Tract of Indian Lake State Forest in Marion County, Florida. The contract requires the use of an onsite chipper or grinder and includes harvesting all unmarked hardwoods while protecting hardwoods marked with blue paint and pines. The contract duration is twelve months, and bids will be opened on August 4, 2026.

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