Timber Harvesting and Site Restoration

Manchester Water Works is seeking bids from experienced contractors to harvest and sell marked timber from approximately 51 acres of its properties in Chester and Auburn, New Hampshire, with site restoration due by June 15, 2027.

City of Manchester > Manchester Water Works


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Oct 28, 2026 06:00 PM
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jmoneil@manchesternh.gov
+16034965836
Manchester, NH, USA
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Manchester Water Works, 1583 Lake Shore Road, Manchester, NH 03109
Description

Manchester Water Works is soliciting bids for harvesting marked trees across three units totaling approximately 51 acres in Chester and Auburn, New Hampshire. The estimated timber volume is approximately 234,310 board feet and 1,146 tons; bidders must provide prices per unit for the listed forest products. Volumes are not guaranteed, and bidders are expected to inspect the properties and independently assess volumes, values, and operating conditions. The contractor will conduct harvesting and trucking, construct log landings and improve access roads as needed, manage slash and damaged trees, and restore landings, skid trails, and truck roads. Operations must occur during dry or frozen ground conditions between October 15 and March 15; harvesting and trucking must be completed by March 15, 2027, and site restoration by June 15, 2027. The contractor is responsible for required permits, taxes, insurance, and a $5,000 security deposit serving as a performance bond at contract signing. Bids are evaluated on estimated revenue, qualifications, experience, and approach; bidders and subcontractors must not have had timber-harvesting-related misdemeanor or felony charges during the preceding five years.

Classification Codes
NAICS113110Timber Tract Operations
PSCF014Tree Thinning Services
Smart Codes
timber harvestingforest managementtimber sales
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Oct 14, 2026 02:30 PM-Woodlot Walkthrough (optional)
Meet roadside. Contact the Manchester Water Works forester to arrange an alternative viewing if unable to attend.
Oct 28, 2026 06:00 PM-Bid Submission Deadline
Requirements
Required
  • Comprehensive general liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Automobile liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers' compensation
  • Employer's liability
Required
  • Performance Bond — $5,000.00
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