Wausau & Marathon County Parks Pleasant View Park Ash Timber Sale Bid 2026
Marathon CountyCounty · Wausau, WI- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- John Kahon
- (715) 261-1561
The 30-second brief
The Wausau/Marathon County Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department is soliciting sealed bids for the Pleasant View Park Ash Timber Sale. The project involves harvesting and removing all ash (Fraxinus spp.) trees 2-inch DBH and greater within a 6.3-acre wooded area of Pleasant View Park in Wausau, WI. All cut wood 4-inch diameter on the small end and larger must be removed from the site. Work is restricted to dry or frozen soil conditions and must be completed by March 31, 2027. Bidders must provide evidence of experience, three public references, and meet specific insurance requirements including $1,000,000 per occurrence for General Liability. A performance bond of 10% of the bid price or $1,500.00 (whichever is greater) is required. Bids are due by 3:00 pm CST on September 4, 2026.
Lump sum payment, Performance bond, Certificate of Insurance
Highest responsible qualified bidder
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Summary
The Wausau/Marathon County Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department is soliciting sealed bids for the Pleasant View Park Ash Timber Sale.
The project involves harvesting and removing all ash (Fraxinus spp.) trees 2-inch DBH and greater within a 6.3-acre wooded area of Pleasant View Park in Wausau, WI. All cut wood 4-inch diameter on the small end and larger must be removed from the site. Work is restricted to dry or frozen soil conditions and must be completed by March 31, 2027. Bidders must provide evidence of experience, three public references, and meet specific insurance requirements including $1,000,000 per occurrence for General Liability. A performance bond of 10% of the bid price or $1,500.00 (whichever is greater) is required. Bids are due by 3:00 pm CST on September 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest responsible qualified bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Lump sum payment
- Performance bond
- Certificate of Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid Form
- List of three public references
- Evidence of insurance
- Submit to
- 900 Pardee Street, Wausau, WI 54401
- Scope location
- Wausau, WI
- Reported agency
- Wausau & Marathon County Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Marathon County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 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: 900 Pardee Street, Wausau, WI 54401. For questions, contact John Kahon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Marathon County in WI, 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 John Kahon at (715) 261-1561. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lump sum payment, Performance bond, Certificate of Insurance. 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: "Highest responsible qualified bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Marathon County?
All active and historical solicitations from Marathon County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Marathon County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 Form, List of three public references, Evidence of insurance. Review the full document from Marathon County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wausau, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.