INVITATION FOR BIDS AT FORT POLK, LOUISIANA: FY2027 LUMP SUM TIMBER CONTRACT, ITEMS 1-2
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a Lump Sum Timber Contract for the purchase and removal of Government-owned pine timber at Fort Polk, Louisiana. This opportunity, identified as DACA63-9-26-0519, involves two distinct timber items for the FY2027 period. Sealed bids are due by August 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This contract involves the sale of pine timber from the Fullerton 4 training area.
- Item 1: Approximately 581 acres in Compartment 31 (Stands 3, 9, 15), with an estimated volume of 1,876 tons of pine pulpwood and 4,021 tons of pine sawtimber.
- Item 2: Approximately 177 acres in Compartment 36 (Stands 1, 2, 18), with an estimated volume of 624 tons of pine pulpwood and 1,842 tons of pine sawtimber. All merchantable trees are designated with blue paint, and boundaries are marked with purple paint. Logging operations are restricted between April and June due to the Red-cockaded woodpecker nesting season. Environmental stipulations, including stream buffers and proper slash disposal, must be followed. Bidders are strongly encouraged to inspect the property prior to bidding.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Lump Sum.
- Bid Opening Date: August 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM Local Time.
- Place of Opening: Forester's Office, 2278 K Ave. Building 8603, Fort Polk, Louisiana.
- Payment: Total bid purchase price must be paid in full by August 1, 2027.
- Contract Expiration: September 30, 2027.
- Published Date: May 21, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
A bid deposit is required: $20,000 for Item 1 and $10,000 for Item 2. Personal checks are not accepted. Bids will be accepted for 30 days following the opening. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed, bids are subject to acceptance or rejection by the Government.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
Bidders are required to complete a "Certificate As to Small Business Status."
Additional Notes
A complete copy of the Invitation for Bids (DACA63-9-26-0519) can be obtained from SAM.gov or by contacting Corey Walk at (817) 886-1131. Property inspection is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (excluding holidays). Bidders must arrange inspections 24 hours in advance with Mr. Chad Tilley (337-378-3156) or Mr. Joseph Maricle (337-401-6450).