Washington State Department of Natural Resources - Mechanical Fuels Reduction Contract - Falls Creek Fuels Reduction IFB #3338, 2026
Washington State Department of Natural ResourcesState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.7 years
- Primary contact
- Kevin Alexander
- (509) 859-6603
The 30-second brief
Washington State Department of Natural Resources seeks bids for mechanical fuels reduction and piling services on 124 acres across 7 treatment units in the Southeast Region, Yakima County (Ahtanum Block). The project involves mechanical piling and mastication of green and existing woody vegetation and logging slash from 1 to 10 inches in diameter. Bidders must possess current Washington State and U.S. Department of Labor Farm Labor Contractors Licenses. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST. Contract performance runs from September 26, 2026, to June 18, 2027. Bids must not exceed $1,000.00 per acre. Evaluation is based on references (40 points) and total cost (60 points), with preferences available for Executive Order 18-03, small businesses, and veteran-owned businesses.
UNIT 1 (4 acres), UNIT 2 (15 acres), UNIT 3 (14 acres), UNIT 4 (8 acres), UNIT 5 (21 acres), UNIT 6 (38 acres), UNIT 7 (24 acres)
EXHIBIT A.2 SOLICITATION SPECIFICATIONS FORM – REFERENCES (40), SECTION 3.6 – TOTAL COST (60)
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Summary
Washington State Department of Natural Resources seeks bids for mechanical fuels reduction and piling services on 124 acres across 7 treatment units in the Southeast Region, Yakima County (Ahtanum Block).
The project involves mechanical piling and mastication of green and existing woody vegetation and logging slash from 1 to 10 inches in diameter. Bidders must possess current Washington State and U.S. Department of Labor Farm Labor Contractors Licenses. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM PST. Contract performance runs from September 26, 2026, to June 18, 2027. Bids must not exceed $1,000.00 per acre. Evaluation is based on references (40 points) and total cost (60 points), with preferences available for Executive Order 18-03, small businesses, and veteran-owned businesses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
EXHIBIT A.2 SOLICITATION SPECIFICATIONS FORM – REFERENCES (40), SECTION 3.6 – TOTAL COST (60)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- UNIT 1 (4 acres)
- UNIT 2 (15 acres)
- UNIT 3 (14 acres)
- UNIT 4 (8 acres)
- UNIT 5 (21 acres)
- UNIT 6 (38 acres)
- UNIT 7 (24 acres)
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]
- Duration
- 9 months
- Scope location
- Yakima, WA
- Projected sq ft
- 5,401,440 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 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kevin Alexander.
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 Kevin Alexander at (509) 859-6603. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: UNIT 1 (4 acres), UNIT 2 (15 acres), UNIT 3 (14 acres), UNIT 4 (8 acres), UNIT 5 (21 acres), UNIT 6 (38 acres), UNIT 7 (24 acres). 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: "EXHIBIT A.2 SOLICITATION SPECIFICATIONS FORM – REFERENCES (40), SECTION 3.6 – TOTAL COST (60)" 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 0.7 years. 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: 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: Yakima, WA. The total projected area is 5401440 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.