This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Chehalis, Washington. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City seeks to secure a qualified and experienced contractor with demonstrated expertise and appropriate equipment for agricultural subsoiling and rotovating operations to prepare two (2) units of the Poplar Tree Farm for future planting. The City seeks to secure a qualified and experienced contractor with demonstrated expertise and appropriate equipment for agricultural subsoiling and rotovating operations to prepare two (2) units of the Poplar Tree Farm for future planting. The work will focus on improving soil structure through subsoiling at a depth of 8-16 inches across approximately 40 acres, reducing compaction, and enhancing root penetration. Remaining stumps, roots, and debris will be removed to eliminate physical obstructions and ensure unobstructed planting operations. The site will be reconditioned by mulching and rotovating stump rows, applying soil tillage as needed, and restoring a uniformly smooth, unrutted surface to promote proper drainage and soil stability. Contractors shall possess the necessary equipment and a proven track record performing similar subsoiling and rotovating work to ensure the required depth and quality of soil preparation are achieved. Scope Of Work The scope of work will include, but not limited to, the following components: o Subsoiling/rotovating approximately 40 acres at a depth of 8"-16". o Mulching surface debris and rotovating stumps to a depth of 8"-16". o Restoring harvested areas to smooth, unrutted conditions. o Using appropriate equipment to maintain soil structure and achieve consistent results. o Following agricultural best practices and minimizing disturbance outside designated areas. o The work shall be completed between July 2026 and November 2026. Direct all Questions and Inquiries to Justin Phelps Wastewater Superintendent JPhelps@ci.chehalis.wa.us (360) 740-7486 All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier's check, or surety bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactory performance bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to the City of Chehalis. City of Chehalis reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waiver informalities in the bidding. Technical inquiries regarding the project should be directed to Justin Phelps, 360-740-7486, jphelps@ci.chehalis.wa.us. The City of Chehalis hereby notifies all bidders that this is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, Small, Minority, and Women owned businesses are encouraged to submit bids. Questions must be submitted via email to jphelps@ci.chehalis.wa.us no later than 10:00 a.m. on July 8, 2026.