Invitation for Bids, Camp Navajo, Arizona, Salvage Contract

Solicitation DACA63-9-26-0522 is an Invitation for Bids issued by the Fort Worth District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for a salvage contract involving the purchase and removal of Ponderosa Pine timber at Camp Navajo, Arizona. The property is sold on an as is and where is basis, requiring the successful bidder to provide all necessary labor, equipment, and supplies for harvesting and removal at their own expense. Bids are evaluated based on the per unit bid price and must be accompanied by a 1,000 dollar deposit. The contract requires the purchaser to begin operations within ten days of a written notice to proceed, with all designated timber removed by September 30, 2028. Operational requirements include mandatory Munitions of Explosive awareness and Cultural Resources training for personnel, as well as strict adherence to environmental protections to minimize stream pollution. Equipment must meet safety standards, including the use of mufflers or spark arresters and compliance with Arizona state trucking laws. The government prohibits the possession of marking equipment on the reservation to ensure the integrity of the Installation Forester's designations. Bidders must also provide a small business status certification if the estimated value exceeds 2,000 dollars and may provide a performance bond for 100 percent of the performance deposits to cover potential damages or defaults.