Oswego 90, Deer Creek Marsh WMA; Stands A-7, 9, 16, 19

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is inviting bids for the sale of approximately 151.4 thousand board feet of hardwood and softwood sawtimber, along with around 359.4 cords of hardwood and softwood pulp, located in the Town of Richland, Oswego County. The contract is set to run through August 1, 2029, with a submission deadline of September 18, 2025. This procurement covers all NYS counties and is not set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Bidders who have previously held similar contracts within the past five years are not specified, indicating potential opportunities for new entrants. The contract value is estimated to range between $50,000 and $150,000, and the project involves harvesting forest products from designated stands within the Deer Creek Marsh Wildlife Management Area. Interested parties can contact Sophia Koenig, a Forester 1 at the NYS DEC, via email or phone for further details. The solicitation emphasizes that no contract extensions will be granted, underscoring the importance of timely and complete bid submissions. The project aims to sustainably harvest forest resources in accordance with state regulations, supporting forest management and resource utilization efforts across all NYS counties. Additional information and the bid opportunity can be accessed through the provided online link.