Opportunity
British Columbia BCBid #2026 SEEDLING TRANSPORTATION
Seedling Transportation Services for BC and/or Alberta
Posted
July 22, 2026
Respond By
August 12, 2026
Identifier
2026 SEEDLING TRANSPORTATION
NAICS
484230
The Ministry of Forests, through the BC Timber Sales Branch, is seeking bids for large-scale seedling transportation services across British Columbia and potentially Alberta. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Forests, BC Timber Sales Branch - Scope of Work: - Annual transportation of approximately 250,000 cartons of tree seedlings between nurseries and storage facilities - Service area includes all of British Columbia and may extend into Alberta - Equipment Requirements: - Contractor must supply tandem axle tractors and refrigerated trailers (minimum 48 feet in length) - Refrigerated vans (up to 28 feet) may also be used - All vehicles must meet specified refrigeration and size standards - Operational Details: - Drivers are not responsible for loading or unloading seedlings; this is handled by nursery staff - Out-of-province travel may be required - Contract Details: - Estimated contract duration is 36 months - Pricing will be evaluated on per kilometer and hourly rates - The lowest bid may not necessarily be accepted; compliance with specifications is critical - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to equipment specifications - Exclusion of driver participation in loading/unloading
Description
The Ministry of Forests is soliciting bids for seedling transportation services starting September 1, 2026. The contract involves transporting tree seedlings in refrigerated trailers between nurseries and storage facilities, with an estimated 250,000 cartons shipped annually. Equipment requirements include tandem axle tractors and refrigerated trailers at least 48 feet long, refrigerated vans up to 28 feet, and other contractor-determined equipment. Drivers will not be responsible for loading or unloading, which will be done by nursery personnel. The contract duration is approximately 36 months and may include travel to Alberta.