Delaware Department of Agriculture - Redden State Forest Commercial Thinning Timber Sale - AGR2702R (2026)
Department of Agriculture | State of DelawareState · Dover, DE- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Chris Miller
- (302) 698-4548
The 30-second brief
The Delaware Department of Agriculture Forest Service seeks bids for a commercial thinning timber sale encompassing 96+/- acres on stand 24 at Redden State Forest, located near the corner of S Old State Rd and E Robbins Rd, 1 mile south of Ellendale, Delaware. The work involves commercial row thinning of pulpwood and sawtimber, maintaining a residual basal area of 70 sqft/ac, removing skid roads on 50-foot centers, and clearing unacceptable growing stock. Bids are due by October 21st, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the Delaware Department of Agriculture Forest Service, 2320 S DuPont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901. A bid deposit of $5,000 in the form of a certified check is required with the submission. Evaluation is based on prior harvesting evaluations (15%), ability to perform contract requirements including crew references (5%), equipment to perform task (5%), and bid amount (75%).
Prior Harvesting Evaluations (public/Private) 15%, Ability to Perform contract requirements 5%, Equipment to Perform Task 5%, Bid Amount 75%
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Summary
The Delaware Department of Agriculture Forest Service seeks bids for a commercial thinning timber sale encompassing 96+/- acres on stand 24 at Redden State Forest, located near the corner of S Old State Rd and E Robbins Rd, 1 mile south of Ellendale, Delaware.
The work involves commercial row thinning of pulpwood and sawtimber, maintaining a residual basal area of 70 sqft/ac, removing skid roads on 50-foot centers, and clearing unacceptable growing stock. Bids are due by October 21st, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the Delaware Department of Agriculture Forest Service, 2320 S DuPont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901. A bid deposit of $5,000 in the form of a certified check is required with the submission. Evaluation is based on prior harvesting evaluations (15%), ability to perform contract requirements including crew references (5%), equipment to perform task (5%), and bid amount (75%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Prior Harvesting Evaluations (public/Private) 15%
- Ability to Perform contract requirements 5%
- Equipment to Perform Task 5%
- Bid Amount 75%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Exhibit III
- Proposal Form
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Bid deposit of $5
- 000
- Certified insurance
- Names and references of harvesting crew
- Submit to
- Delaware Department of Agriculture Forest Service, 2320 S DuPont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901
- Scope location
- Ellendale, DE
- Projected sq ft
- 4,181,760 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Delaware Department of Agriculture
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Department of Agriculture | State of Delaware?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Delaware Department of Agriculture Forest Service, 2320 S DuPont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901. For questions, contact Chris Miller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Department of Agriculture | State of Delaware in DE, 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 Bid 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 Chris Miller at (302) 698-4548. 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: "Prior Harvesting Evaluations (public/Private) 15%, Ability to Perform contract requirements 5%, Equipment to Perform Task 5%, Bid Amount 75%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Exhibit III, Proposal Form, Non-Collusion Statement, bid deposit of $5,000, certified insurance, names and references of harvesting crew. Review the full document from Department of Agriculture | State of Delaware for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ellendale, DE. The total projected area is 4181760 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.