Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) - Woodson K Woods Conservation Area

The Missouri Department of Conservation is soliciting bids for Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) services at the Woodson K Woods Conservation Area. The project is located in Compartment 4 and specifically covers stands 5, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 23, 28, and 36. The selected contractor must provide all necessary labor, supervision, tools, equipment, and materials to perform the work. Key technical requirements include cutting stems within six inches of the soil line on the uphill side, maintaining a stump angle not exceeding 25 degrees, and utilizing directional felling to protect drainage areas and creeks. All personnel are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment for chainsaw operations. This is a Blanket Purchase Agreement with a performance period running from the date of award through March 31, 2027. The contract will be awarded to the lowest and best bid that complies with all mandatory specifications, Missouri statutes, and Executive Orders. Evaluation includes a points-based system for cost and socioeconomic participation, with preference given to Missouri firms and locally produced materials. Bidders must submit their responses via MissouriBUYS by October 20, 2026, and must provide required documentation including Business Compliance Exhibits, Secretary of State registration, and E-Verify certification. Payment is issued on a net 30-day basis following the Department's inspection and acceptance of the work, which is verified through representative inspection plots. The contractor is expected to operate as an independent contractor and must maintain adequate liability insurance. Invoices should be submitted to Mike Fleischhauer and must reference the applicable purchase order number. All communications regarding the solicitation must be directed solely to the Buyer of Record, Lisa Larivee.