Washington Department of Natural Resources - Q Dead End Timber Sale Auction - Agreement No. 30-110181 (2026)
Washington State Department of Natural ResourcesState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Brendan Cockrum
- (509) 859-1339
The 30-second brief
The Washington Department of Natural Resources is offering the Q Dead End timber sale auction in Yakima County, Washington, encompassing approximately 530 acres across sixteen harvest units. The harvest includes an estimated total volume of 3,402 MBF (38,074 tons) of timber comprising alpine fir, spruce, hemlock, larch, lodgepole pine, and grand fir. Harvest methods are 100% ground-based utilizing variable retention harvest, uneven-aged harvest, shelterwood intermediate, and variable density thinning prescriptions. Required road construction includes 243.50 stations of road work, pre-haul maintenance, and associated culvert installations. The auction is scheduled for October 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Southeast Region Office in Ellensburg, WA. A minimum bid of $25,000.00 and a bid deposit of $2,500.00 or a bid bond are required.
3, 402 MBF of timber across alpine fir, Spruce, Hemlock, Larch, Lodgepole pine, And grand fir; road construction and pre-haul maintenance
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Summary
The Washington Department of Natural Resources is offering the Q Dead End timber sale auction in Yakima County, Washington, encompassing approximately 530 acres across sixteen harvest units.
The harvest includes an estimated total volume of 3,402 MBF (38,074 tons) of timber comprising alpine fir, spruce, hemlock, larch, lodgepole pine, and grand fir. Harvest methods are 100% ground-based utilizing variable retention harvest, uneven-aged harvest, shelterwood intermediate, and variable density thinning prescriptions. Required road construction includes 243.50 stations of road work, pre-haul maintenance, and associated culvert installations. The auction is scheduled for October 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Southeast Region Office in Ellensburg, WA. A minimum bid of $25,000.00 and a bid deposit of $2,500.00 or a bid bond are required.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- 3
- 402 MBF of timber across alpine fir
- Spruce
- Hemlock
- Larch
- Lodgepole pine
- Grand fir; road construction and pre-haul maintenance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid deposit or Bid Bond, Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Washington Department of Natural Resources; 360-902-1600
- Scope location
- Yakima, WA
- Projected sq ft
- 23,065,200 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Washington Department of Natural Resources
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Washington State Department of Natural Resources?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: Washington Department of Natural Resources; 360-902-1600. For questions, contact Brendan Cockrum.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Washington State Department of Natural Resources in WA, 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 Brendan Cockrum at (509) 859-1339. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 3, 402 MBF of timber across alpine fir, Spruce, Hemlock, Larch, Lodgepole pine, And grand fir; road construction and pre-haul maintenance. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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 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: Bid deposit or Bid Bond, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Washington State Department of Natural Resources for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Yakima, WA. The total projected area is 23065200 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.