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F -- PRECOMMERCIAL THINNING/RELEASE SOL R6-15-98-43 DUE 041598 POC Contact: Charlette MacDonald, 541/957-3233 Precommercial thinning and release of conifer trees on 164 acreson the Tiller Ranger District. This contract requires tree thinning, release and slash treatment with Contractor-self inspection and related work in plantations 15-20 years old. Estimated start work is early May with a project completion time of 46 calendar days. This project includes a separately priced option item for a maximum additional 202 acres. Award evaluation criteria include technical capability and past performance history in addition to price. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered in the award evaluation; solicitations may be requested via mail, telephone, or FAX 541-957-3495 to the attention of the Contracting Office. See Numbered Notes 1 and 26. (0069)

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