Washington State Department of Natural Resources Tree Planting Contract - IFB #3345 Olympic Region 2026
Washington State Department of Natural ResourcesState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matt Perry
- (360) 374-2800
The 30-second brief
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is issuing an Invitation for Bid for silvicultural land management services involving tree planting across 828 treatment acres in Clallam and Jefferson counties. The scope requires furnishing materials, equipment, supervision, and services to plant conifer seedlings such as Douglas-fir, grand fir, western redcedar, western hemlock, and Sitka spruce across multiple designated units. Bids are due by December 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST. The contract term is from January 11, 2027, to March 31, 2027. Bidders must possess a current year Washington State Farm Labor Contractors License and a United States Department of Labor Farm Labor Contractors License.
Tree planting services across 828 acres spanning 29 units including Burnt Ends, Center 21 Thinning, Dock Pepper, Last Crocker, Lyre Lyre, Mt Jupiter Access, Ode to Joyce, Pistol Pete Sorts, Salt and Pepper, And Upper Salmon Creek.
QUALIFICATIONS - REFERENCES, SECTION 3.6 – TOTAL COST, SECTION 4.5 – EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-03 WORKER’S RIGHTS, SECTION 4.6 – VETERAN –OWNED BUSINESS PREFERENCE, SECTION 4.6 – SMALL BUSINESS PREFERENCE
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Summary
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is issuing an Invitation for Bid for silvicultural land management services involving tree planting across 828 treatment acres in Clallam and Jefferson counties.
The scope requires furnishing materials, equipment, supervision, and services to plant conifer seedlings such as Douglas-fir, grand fir, western redcedar, western hemlock, and Sitka spruce across multiple designated units. Bids are due by December 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST. The contract term is from January 11, 2027, to March 31, 2027. Bidders must possess a current year Washington State Farm Labor Contractors License and a United States Department of Labor Farm Labor Contractors License.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- QUALIFICATIONS - REFERENCES
- SECTION 3.6 – TOTAL COST
- SECTION 4.5 – EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-03 WORKER’S RIGHTS
- SECTION 4.6 – VETERAN –OWNED BUSINESS PREFERENCE
- SECTION 4.6 – SMALL BUSINESS PREFERENCE
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Tree planting services across 828 acres spanning 29 units including Burnt Ends, Center 21 Thinning, Dock Pepper, Last Crocker, Lyre Lyre, Mt Jupiter Access, Ode to Joyce, Pistol Pete Sorts, Salt and Pepper, And Upper Salmon Creek.
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] or Washington State Department of Natural Resources, c/o Kate Kerschner, 411 Tillicum Ln, Forks, WA 98331
- Scope location
- Clallam and Jefferson Counties, WA
- Projected sq ft
- 828 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 December 1, 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] or Washington State Department of Natural Resources, c/o Kate Kerschner, 411 Tillicum Ln, Forks, WA 98331. For questions, contact Matt Perry.
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 Matt Perry at (360) 374-2800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tree planting services across 828 acres spanning 29 units including Burnt Ends, Center 21 Thinning, Dock Pepper, Last Crocker, Lyre Lyre, Mt Jupiter Access, Ode to Joyce, Pistol Pete Sorts, Salt and Pepper, And Upper Salmon Creek.. 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: "QUALIFICATIONS - REFERENCES, SECTION 3.6 – TOTAL COST, SECTION 4.5 – EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-03 WORKER’S RIGHTS, SECTION 4.6 – VETERAN –OWNED BUSINESS PREFERENCE, SECTION 4.6 – SMALL BUSINESS PREFERENCE" 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 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: Clallam and Jefferson Counties, WA. The total projected area is 828 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.