Bid guide
How to bid on Camp Shelby Forestry Inventory/Timber Cruise for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense needs a forestry inventory and timber cruise for approximately 1,694 acres across eight DoD-owned units at Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. This work is crucial for the Mississippi Military Department (MMD) to manage natural resources under ecosystem principles, providing current data on forest composition, timber volume, and stand conditions.
The objective is to gather stand-level data for immediate forest management decisions and to support long-term inventory updates. Deliverables will include stand and stock tables in tabular and geospatial form, detailing standing timber volume, dominant species, average diameter, and age classes. The work is expected to run for 90 days, from August 24 through November 18, 2026, and must use Prism Cruising software.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 07, 2026. If you have questions, they must be submitted in writing to Ariyel Bryant and Angela Ellis by 1:00 p.m. CST on August 13, 2026.
Quotes are due by 3:00 p.m. CST (4:00 PM ET) on August 20, 2026. The government anticipates awarding a Firm-Fixed Price purchase order for the 90-day period of performance, which is August 24, 2026, to November 18, 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is set aside for qualified small businesses. The North American Industrial Classification System Code (NAICS) is 115310, which covers Forestry, with a standard size of $11.5 million. Firms with expertise in forestry inventory, timber cruising, and experience with Prism Cruising software would be well-suited.
The Department of Defense requires all military bases to manage their natural resources under ecosystem principles, so vendors with a strong understanding of these principles will be a good fit.
How to respond
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Quotes must be complete, self-sufficient, and directly respond to the solicitation requirements. Partial quotes will not be considered. Award will be made on an all-or-none basis to one offeror. Your quote must include your Fed Tax ID#, UEI, and CAGE CODE. You must also state the number of days required to start service after receiving a purchase order. All offerors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Your quote will be evaluated on technical capability, past performance, and price. The government will award to the offeror representing the best value, which may not necessarily be the lowest price. Ensure your technical capabilities clearly demonstrate your ability to meet all requirements in the Performance Work Statement, especially regarding the use of Prism Cruising software and the specific deliverables.
Provide strong evidence of past performance that showcases good workmanship, timeliness, and customer satisfaction in similar forestry inventory or timber cruising projects. Since payment will be made through Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), ensure you have an account or are prepared to acquire one. Thoroughly review the Performance Work Statement for detailed minimum requirements to ensure your quote is fully compliant and competitive.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.