Bid guide

How to bid on French Butte HFR - Stage 2 for Washington State Department of Natural Resources

Washington State Department of Natural Resources Olympia, WACloses August 18, 2026

What the agency is buying

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is seeking a contractor to perform mechanical treatment and mastication of forest fuels across 57 acres. This work will take place at the French Butte Seed Orchard, located within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

This project is being conducted on U.S. Forest Service land under the Good Neighbor Authority, with management provided by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources. Vendors experienced in environmental land management and forest fuel reduction will find this opportunity relevant.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting responses to this solicitation is August 17, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. All required documents and submissions must be completed by this time.

It is important to plan ahead to ensure your submission is complete and uploaded successfully before the deadline. Late submissions are typically not accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in environmental services, particularly those with expertise in forest management, fuel reduction, and land clearing. Companies with experience in mechanical treatment and mastication of forest fuels are encouraged to bid.

The project falls under the environmental category, specifically focusing on forest health and wildfire prevention through fuel management.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, you need to visit Washington State's WEBS Bid Calendar. You can find this bid by searching for solicitation reference number 7045 on the calendar.

While viewing the solicitation details is public, downloading the full documents and submitting your response requires a free WEBS vendor sign-in. Make sure to register and complete your submission before the deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar forest fuel treatment and mastication projects. Highlight any past work on federal or state lands, especially those involving Good Neighbor Authority agreements.

Ensure your proposal addresses all technical requirements and specifications outlined in the solicitation documents. Provide a detailed plan for how you will execute the work on the 57 acres, including equipment, personnel, and safety protocols. Pay close attention to pricing to ensure it is competitive and accurately reflects the scope of work.

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 BiddingSimple

This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Washington State Department of Natural Resources; the original posting controls.