Berkshire Local Schools - Forest Management and Selective Timber Harvest - 2026
Berkshire Local SchoolsSchool · Burton, OH- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matt Hosler
The 30-second brief
Berkshire Local Schools is soliciting proposals for professional evaluation, management, and selective timber harvesting of approximately 60 acres of wooded property located at 14270 Claridon Troy Road, Burton, Ohio 44021. The project focuses on forest improvement, long-term property management, professional forest evaluation, selective harvest, cross-country course protection, and wildlife/environmental protection including bat protection under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Proposals are due by October 12, 2026, at 12:00 Noon. Required qualifications include company and trade experience, licensing, references, and insurance coverage.
Qualifications and experience, Quality of the proposed forest-management plan, Qualifications of the professional forester, Proposed selective-harvesting practices, Protection of the cross-country course, Wildlife and environmental protection practices, Experience with bat and endangered-species requirements, Financial terms, References, Proposed schedule, Ability to complete the work responsibly and efficiently
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Summary
Berkshire Local Schools is soliciting proposals for professional evaluation, management, and selective timber harvesting of approximately 60 acres of wooded property located at 14270 Claridon Troy Road, Burton, Ohio 44021.
The project focuses on forest improvement, long-term property management, professional forest evaluation, selective harvest, cross-country course protection, and wildlife/environmental protection including bat protection under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Proposals are due by October 12, 2026, at 12:00 Noon. Required qualifications include company and trade experience, licensing, references, and insurance coverage.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Qualifications and experience
- Quality of the proposed forest-management plan
- Qualifications of the professional forester
- Proposed selective-harvesting practices
- Protection of the cross-country course
- Wildlife and environmental protection practices
- Experience with bat and endangered-species requirements
- Financial terms
- References
- Proposed schedule
- Ability to complete the work responsibly and efficiently
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Burton, Ohio
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Berkshire Local Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 12, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Matt Hosler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Berkshire Local Schools in OH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Matt Hosler. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications and experience, Quality of the proposed forest-management plan, Qualifications of the professional forester, Proposed selective-harvesting practices, Protection of the cross-country cou..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Berkshire Local Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Berkshire Local Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Berkshire Local Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Berkshire Local Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Burton, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.