Washington Department of Natural Resources Timber Sale Auction - Nottingham VRH VDT 2026 - 30-109828
Washington State Department of Natural ResourcesState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Benjamin Burgess
- (360) 640-9983
The 30-second brief
Washington State Department of Natural Resources invites sealed bids for the Nottingham VRH VDT timber sale auction, Agreement No. 30-109828, located in Skagit County, Washington, approximately 7 miles north of Sedro-Woolley. The scope of work encompasses timber harvesting, variable retention harvest (VRH), variable density thinning (VDT), road construction of approximately 39.01 stations, optional construction of 6.75 stations, and pre-haul maintenance of 502.70 stations. Estimated sale volume totals 4,590 MBF across species including Douglas fir, hemlock, red alder, and redcedar across approximately 153 acres. The minimum bid is $1,394,000.00 with a bid deposit of $139,400.00 or bid bond required. The auction is scheduled for November 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Northwest Region Office in Sedro-Woolley, WA. Contract expiration is March 31, 2028. Performance security of $100,000.00 is required.
4, 050 MBF Douglas fir, 468 MBF Hemlock, 36 MBF Red alder, 36 MBF Redcedar, 39.01 stations of required road construction, 6.75 stations of optional road construction, 502.70 stations of required pre-haul maintenance
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Summary
Washington State Department of Natural Resources invites sealed bids for the Nottingham VRH VDT timber sale auction, Agreement No. 30-109828, located in Skagit County, Washington, approximately 7 miles north of Sedro-Woolley.
The scope of work encompasses timber harvesting, variable retention harvest (VRH), variable density thinning (VDT), road construction of approximately 39.01 stations, optional construction of 6.75 stations, and pre-haul maintenance of 502.70 stations. Estimated sale volume totals 4,590 MBF across species including Douglas fir, hemlock, red alder, and redcedar across approximately 153 acres. The minimum bid is $1,394,000.00 with a bid deposit of $139,400.00 or bid bond required. The auction is scheduled for November 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Northwest Region Office in Sedro-Woolley, WA. Contract expiration is March 31, 2028. Performance security of $100,000.00 is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- 4
- 050 MBF Douglas fir
- 468 MBF Hemlock
- 36 MBF Red alder
- 36 MBF Redcedar
- 39.01 stations of required road construction
- 6.75 stations of optional road construction
- 502.70 stations of required pre-haul maintenance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid deposit or Bid bond
- Certificate of insurance
- Performance security
- Log brand
- Out of season waiver request letter
REQUIRED STAFFING
Feller-buncher operator, Yarder operator
- Submit to
- Washington Department of Natural Resources; Northwest Region Office, Sedro-Woolley, WA
- Duration
- 17 months
- Scope location
- Skagit, Washington
- Projected sq ft
- 6,664,680 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 November 18, 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; Northwest Region Office, Sedro-Woolley, WA. For questions, contact Benjamin Burgess.
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 Benjamin Burgess at (360) 640-9983. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Feller-buncher operator, Yarder operator. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 4, 050 MBF Douglas fir, 468 MBF Hemlock, 36 MBF Red alder, 36 MBF Redcedar, 39.01 stations of required road construction, 6.75 stations of optional road construction, 502.70 stations of required pre-haul maintenance. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Washington State Department of Natural Resources?
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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 18, 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, Performance security, Log brand, Out of season waiver request letter. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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: Skagit, Washington. The total projected area is 6664680 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.