Pond Water Timber Sale - Eglin AFB, FL

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for timber removal services at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, specifically for the "Pond Water Timber Sale."

• The contractor shall provide all necessary management, tools, supplies, equipment, and labor for harvesting merchantable Sand pine and designated Longleaf pine trees.

• The sale encompasses six harvest units totaling approximately 286 acres and an estimated 5,895 tons of pine timber.

• Bidders are encouraged to visit the site and cruise the timber prior to submitting a bid.

• Timber will be sold on a lump-sum basis, with 100% of the bid price due at the start of the contract.

• Specific harvest units include: 25P03, 25P04, 26N01, 25N07A, 25N07B, and 25N22.

• Compliance with Florida Best Management Practices (BMPs) for silviculture to protect water quality.

• Merchantable trees (Sand pine and designated Longleaf pine, 5.0 inches diameter and larger at 4.5 feet from ground level) are to be cut and removed.

• Logging debris must be removed to a minimum of 10 feet from improved grounds, right-of-ways, roads, fences, bridges, culverts, and streams.

• Stumps must be cut no higher than 6 inches above ground.

• Performance objectives include timely removal reports (98%), timely payments (98%), utilization of trees (98%), and ensuring compliance for designated removal (100%) and protection of endangered species (100%).

• The harvest unit shall be completed within 365 days of contract signing.

• Work is located within specific harvest units on Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.

• Loading deck locations must be pre-approved by the Contracting Officer and located at least 200 feet from any major road and 100 feet from any watercourse.

• Roads and bridges used by the contractor must be pre-approved, and existing roads/bridges must be maintained; any damage must be repaired or replaced by the contractor.

• No fires are permitted on the Eglin Reservation.

• Dumping, disposing, storing, or littering is prohibited.

• Maximum allowable speed limits on Eglin AFB roads must be observed.

• Hazardous conditions exist due to potential unexploded ordnance (UXO); contractors must stop work and report any encounters.

• Protection of endangered or threatened species (e.g., Red Cockaded Woodpecker, Okaloosa Darter) is mandatory, with specific buffer zones and restrictions.

• Cultural sites must be avoided.

• A pre-performance briefing is required, including a list of haul vehicles, proof of insurance, and stump age payment/performance bond.

• The contractor must maintain two-way communication with the Contracting Officer Representative and JTTOCC.

• Payment is on a lump-sum basis, due at the start of the contract.

• Weekly removal reports and weight scale tickets for delivered timber are required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map detailing the "Pond Water Timber Sale (286ac)". It visually outlines the areas designated for timber harvesting.

• The map displays different timber sale units, identified by codes such as 26N01, 25P03, 25N07A, 25P04, 25N07B, and 25N22.
• Two types of harvest areas are distinguished: "Clearcut" (indicated by blue outlines) and "Sand Pine / Hardwood Only" (indicated by orange outlines).
• Road and boundary lines are shown with dashed white lines, with some roads labeled (e.g., 212, 213, 407, 381).
• A scale bar and compass rose are included for spatial reference.

This map is crucial for potential bidders to understand the physical layout and specific areas designated for timber harvesting within the Pond Water Timber Sale. It helps in assessing the scope of work, the types of timber to be harvested in different zones, and the overall location and accessibility of the sale area.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a vicinity map indicating the location of a "Timber Sale" within Eglin Air Force Base. It provides geographical context for the opportunity.

• The map displays major roads (e.g., Highway 90, 85, 123, 285, 20), bodies of water (e.g., Shoal River, Turkey Creek, Little Alaqua Creek, Bain Creek, Live Oak Creek), and nearby towns (e.g., Crestview, Niceville, Valparaiso, Destin, Freeport).
• A specific area labeled "Timber Sale" is highlighted with arrows pointing to its approximate location within Eglin Air Force Base.
• A scale bar indicates distances in miles.

This map is crucial for potential bidders to understand the geographical location of the timber sale. It helps in assessing logistical considerations, proximity to infrastructure, and the general area of operations related to the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map illustrating the "Pond Water Timber Sale (East)". It provides a visual representation of the timber sale areas, including boundaries, designations, and acreage.

• Areas Designated for Clearcut: Marked with a blue outline.
• Areas Designated for Sand Pine / Hardwood Only: Marked with an orange outline.
• Specific Tracts: Labeled with designations such as 25N07A (25ac), 25P04 (43ac), 25N07B (30ac), and 25N22 (44ac).
• Roads and Boundaries: Indicated by white and dashed white lines, with some labeled (e.g., 213, 381).
• Scale: A graphical scale bar is provided in miles.
• Compass Rose: Indicates North, South, East, and West orientation.

This map is crucial for potential bidders to understand the physical layout and scope of the timber sale areas. It helps in assessing the location, size, and type of timber harvesting (clearcut vs. selective) for each designated tract, which is essential for planning bids and operations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map providing spatial information for the "Pond Water Timber Sale (West)". It outlines the boundaries of different timber sale areas and their associated acreage.

• Map Title: Pond Water Timber Sale (West)
• Areas Delineated:
  • 25P03: 99 acres, marked with a blue line, indicating "Clearcut".
  • 26N01: 45 acres, marked with an orange line, indicating "Sand Pine / Hardwood Only".
• Roads/Boundaries: Features labeled "213" and "409" appear to represent roads or property lines.
• Scale Bar: Provides a visual scale in miles.
• Compass Rose: Indicates cardinal directions.

This map is crucial for potential bidders to understand the physical location, size, and type of timber available for sale. It helps in assessing the scope of work, planning logistics, and evaluating the timber resources within the specified sale areas.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFQ/RFP) for non-personal services to harvest approximately 5,895 tons of pine timber from 286 acres at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The sale is for a lump-sum basis, with the winning offeror paying 100% of the offer price at the start of the contract.

• Harvest approximately 5,895 tons of pine timber from 286 acres.

• Provide all management, tools, supplies, transportation, equipment, and labor necessary for the timber harvest.

• Adhere to the attached Statement of Work (SOW) dated June 2026.

• Comply with damage requirements for timber sales, including penalties for cutting or damaging trees, failure to utilize merchantable material, failure to cut/remove designated trees, and continued failure to cut stumps or lop tops.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: 12 months from the effective date of the sale.

• Payment: Lump-sum, 100% of the offer price paid at the start of the contract.

• Offer Due Date: July 2, 2026, 10:00 AM CST.

• Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical Capability.

• Submission Instructions: Not detailed in this excerpt, but standard FAR clauses apply.

• This acquisition is listed as "Unrestricted."

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• Attachments include: Pond Water SOW (11 pages), Pond Water Map (1 page), and Pond Water Vicinity Map (1 page).