Northwest Florida Water Management District - 2027 Westville Timber Thinning Sale - ITB 27B-002
Northwest Florida Water Management DistrictUtility District · Havana, FL- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lyn Shiver
- (850) 539-5999
The 30-second brief
The Northwest Florida Water Management District is soliciting bids for the 2027 Westville Timber Thinning Sale to conduct a loblolly pine timber thinning harvest on a per-ton basis within 224 acres of the Choctawhatchee River Water Management Area, located in Holmes County, Florida. The project involves 224 acres of 45-year-old loblolly pine across 10 stands, utilizing a logger-select thinning harvest regime. Estimated timber weights total 15,622 tons, comprising 3,984 tons of pine pulpwood, 2,125 tons of pine chip-n-saw, and 9,513 tons of pine saw timber. Bids are due by 2:00 P.M. Eastern Time on October 7, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through DemandStar. Written inquiries are due by September 22, 2026. A performance bond of 10 percent of the total contract amount is required.
Pine Pulpwood, Pine Chip-N-Saw, Pine Saw Timber
Highest Estimated Sale Value for the Timber Sale Unit(s)
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Summary
The Northwest Florida Water Management District is soliciting bids for the 2027 Westville Timber Thinning Sale to conduct a loblolly pine timber thinning harvest on a per-ton basis within 224 acres of the Choctawhatchee River Water Management Area, located in Holmes County, Florida.
The project involves 224 acres of 45-year-old loblolly pine across 10 stands, utilizing a logger-select thinning harvest regime. Estimated timber weights total 15,622 tons, comprising 3,984 tons of pine pulpwood, 2,125 tons of pine chip-n-saw, and 9,513 tons of pine saw timber. Bids are due by 2:00 P.M. Eastern Time on October 7, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through DemandStar. Written inquiries are due by September 22, 2026. A performance bond of 10 percent of the total contract amount is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest Estimated Sale Value for the Timber Sale Unit(s)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Pine Pulpwood
- Pine Chip-N-Saw
- Pine Saw Timber
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bidder Acknowledgement Form
- Bid Sheet Form
- Bidder Information Form
- Vendor Registration Form
- W-9 Form
- Submit to
- https://www.demandstar.com/app/login
- Scope location
- Holmes County, FL
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Northwest Florida Water Management District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 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://www.demandstar.com/app/login. For questions, contact Lyn Shiver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Northwest Florida Water Management District in FL, 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 IFB 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 Lyn Shiver at (850) 539-5999. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pine Pulpwood, Pine Chip-N-Saw, Pine Saw Timber. 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: "Highest Estimated Sale Value for the Timber Sale Unit(s)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Northwest Florida Water Management District?
All active and historical solicitations from Northwest Florida Water Management District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Northwest Florida Water Management District 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Bidder Acknowledgement Form, Bid Sheet Form, Bidder Information Form, Vendor Registration Form, W-9 Form. Review the full document from Northwest Florida Water Management District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Holmes County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
