Lewis RA # 5, Lesser Wilderness S.F.; Stands A-17, 19, 20

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is inviting bids for the sale of various forest products from the Lesser Wilderness State Forest in Lewis County, including approximately 142.5 MBF of softwood and hardwood sawtimber, 198.5 cords of softwood pulp, and 116.75 cords of hardwood firewood. The contract is set to run through October 1, 2028, with a bid submission deadline of December 11, 2025. The procurement covers all counties within New York State and involves a contract value estimated between $50,000 and $150,000. The contract allows for extensions of up to 12 months each, with a maximum total extension period of 24 months, provided written requests are made at least 60 days before the original contract end date. This solicitation is open to all qualified bidders, with no set-aside for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. The primary contact for inquiries is Forester Andrea Mercurio, reachable via email or phone. The project is part of the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation’s efforts to sustainably manage forest resources, and interested parties can find additional details and respond through the provided online link. The contract aims to facilitate responsible harvesting while ensuring compliance with state regulations and environmental standards.