Washington State Department of Natural Resources - IFB #3323 Site Preparation Ground Herbicide Contract - Northeast Region
Washington State Department of Natural ResourcesState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Sep 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jon Hardy
- (509) 640-0059
The 30-second brief
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for silvicultural land management services, specifically ground herbicide site preparation across 1,529.4 treatment acres in the Northeast Region covering Spokane, Stevens, and Pend Oreille counties. The work involves mixing and applying herbicide using approved products (such as Alligare Glyphosate 5.4, Esplande 200 SC, Oust XP, Velpar DF, Transline, Rotary 2 SL, Cleantraxx) according to specified rates and requirements. Bidders must possess a current year Washington State Farm Labor Contractors License (Forestation/Reforestation type with at least $10,000 surety bond and worker transport insurance) and a United States Department of Labor Farm Labor Contractors License. Bids are due by 10:00 AM PST on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Evaluation criteria include references, total cost, and preferences for small and veteran-owned businesses and worker rights compliance.
References (40), Total Cost (60), Executive Order 18-03 Worker’s Rights (5), Veteran-Owned Business Preference (10), Small Business Preference (10)
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Summary
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for silvicultural land management services, specifically ground herbicide site preparation across 1,529.4 treatment acres in the Northeast Region covering Spokane, Stevens, and Pend Oreille counties.
The work involves mixing and applying herbicide using approved products (such as Alligare Glyphosate 5.4, Esplande 200 SC, Oust XP, Velpar DF, Transline, Rotary 2 SL, Cleantraxx) according to specified rates and requirements. Bidders must possess a current year Washington State Farm Labor Contractors License (Forestation/Reforestation type with at least $10,000 surety bond and worker transport insurance) and a United States Department of Labor Farm Labor Contractors License. Bids are due by 10:00 AM PST on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Evaluation criteria include references, total cost, and preferences for small and veteran-owned businesses and worker rights compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- EXHIBIT A.1 – Bidder’s Certification and Assurances Form
- EXHIBIT A.2 – Solicitation Specification Form
- EXHIBIT A.3 – Cost Proposal
- Washington State Farm Labor Contractors License
- United States Department of Labor Farm Labor Contractors License
- Submit to
- [email protected] / 225 S. Silke Road, Colville, WA 99114
- Scope location
- Spokane, WA, Stevens, WA, Pend Oreille, WA
- Projected sq ft
- 1,529 sq ft
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Washington State Department of Natural Resources?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] / 225 S. Silke Road, Colville, WA 99114. For questions, contact Jon Hardy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
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 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 Jon Hardy at (509) 640-0059. 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: "References (40), Total Cost (60), Executive Order 18-03 Worker’s Rights (5), Veteran-Owned Business Preference (10), Small Business Preference (10)" 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?
All active and historical solicitations from Washington State Department of Natural Resources are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Washington State Department of Natural Resources regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: EXHIBIT A.1 – Bidder’s Certification and Assurances Form, EXHIBIT A.2 – Solicitation Specification Form, EXHIBIT A.3 – Cost Proposal, Washington State Farm Labor Contractors License, United States Dep. 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: Spokane, WA, Stevens, WA, Pend Oreille, WA. The total projected area is 1529 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.