County of Lewis - Sale of Timber Products - 4274 Lowdale Road - Town of Lyonsdale RFP No. 2026-112 (2026)
Lewis CountyCounty · Lewis, NY- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Brian Hanno
- (315) 376-5144
The 30-second brief
Lewis County is seeking proposals for the sale of forest products and timber harvesting located on approximately 58.7 acres in the Town of Lyonsdale on tax parcel 308.00-02-2.0. The scope involves harvesting estimated volumes of White Pine, Red Pine, Softwood Pulp, Hardwood Pulp, and Culls based on the International 1/4 inch Kerf Log Rule and US Forest Service Composite Cordwood Volume Table. The contract requires compliance with strict environmental controls, erosion prevention, wetland and stream protections, and post-harvest site restoration of the stoned parking lot landing at 4274 Lowdale Road. Proposals are due by November 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. and must be submitted to the Clerk of the Board at the County Courthouse in Lowville, NY or via the PlanetBids Portal. Eligible applicants must have at least 3 years in the forestry industry and provide 3 references.
White Pine (12"-35" DBH, 1, 135 trees, 482791 MBF), Red Pine (12"-20" DBH, 590 trees, 100193 MBF), Softwood Pulp (10"-27" DBH, 151 trees, 45827 cords/volume), Hardwood Pulp (12"-28" DBH, 1 tree, 850 MBF), Culls (10"-26" DBH, 106 trees)
Bidder's commitment to Lewis County, reputation of the contractor, commitment to quality of services, responsiveness
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Summary
Lewis County is seeking proposals for the sale of forest products and timber harvesting located on approximately 58.7 acres in the Town of Lyonsdale on tax parcel 308.00-02-2.0.
The scope involves harvesting estimated volumes of White Pine, Red Pine, Softwood Pulp, Hardwood Pulp, and Culls based on the International 1/4 inch Kerf Log Rule and US Forest Service Composite Cordwood Volume Table. The contract requires compliance with strict environmental controls, erosion prevention, wetland and stream protections, and post-harvest site restoration of the stoned parking lot landing at 4274 Lowdale Road. Proposals are due by November 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. and must be submitted to the Clerk of the Board at the County Courthouse in Lowville, NY or via the PlanetBids Portal. Eligible applicants must have at least 3 years in the forestry industry and provide 3 references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Bidder's commitment to Lewis County
- Reputation of the contractor
- Commitment to quality of services
- Responsiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
White Pine (12"-35" DBH, 1, 135 trees, 482791 MBF), Red Pine (12"-20" DBH, 590 trees, 100193 MBF), Softwood Pulp (10"-27" DBH, 151 trees, 45827 cords/volume), Hardwood Pulp (12"-28" DBH, 1 tree, 850 MBF), Culls (10"-26" DBH, 106 trees)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Proposal Form
- Signature Page
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Anti-Sexual Harassment statement
- Attestation of Good Standing
- Iran Divestment Act certification
- Performance bond
- Submit to
- https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/76952/portal-home
- Scope location
- Lyonsdale, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lewis County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/76952/portal-home. For questions, contact Brian Hanno.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lewis County in NY, 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 Brian Hanno at (315) 376-5144. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: White Pine (12"-35" DBH, 1, 135 trees, 482791 MBF), Red Pine (12"-20" DBH, 590 trees, 100193 MBF), Softwood Pulp (10"-27" DBH, 151 trees, 45827 cords/volume), Hardwood Pulp (12"-28" DBH, 1 tree, 850 MBF), Culls (10"-26" DBH, 106 trees). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Bidder's commitment to Lewis County, reputation of the contractor, commitment to quality of services, responsiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lewis County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lewis County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lewis County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal Form, Signature Page, Non-Collusion Statement, Anti-Sexual Harassment statement, Attestation of Good Standing, Iran Divestment Act certification, performance bond. Review the full document from Lewis County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lyonsdale, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
