Timber Marking – Hardwood Single-Tree Selection

The contract requires the careful identification and marking of individual hardwood trees for removal across 595 acres using the single-tree selection method, in strict compliance with species-specific silvicultural prescriptions designed to promote forest health and sustainable regeneration. This work is to be conducted with precision to maintain stand structure and biodiversity, ensuring only selected trees are marked based on ecological and silvicultural guidelines rather than uniform cutting practices. The project must adhere to the standards of responsible forest stewardship, emphasizing long-term woodland vitality over short-term timber yield. The contract is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to bid, and it is governed under NAICS code 115310 for forestry services. It is issued by the USDA Forest Service’s Stewardship Contracting Branch, with performance located in Watersmeet, Michigan, 49969. Bidders must submit proposals by June 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and the work is part of a broader land management initiative aimed at improving forest conditions through selective harvesting techniques. All activities must align with federal silvicultural and environmental standards, and successful contractors will be expected to demonstrate expertise in hardwood ecology and precise timber marking protocols.