USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service, 675 U.S. Courthouse, 801 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203

X -- TREE PLANTING SOL NRCS-4-TN-97 DUE 052197 POC Patty Gee, Contracting Officer (at above address). Planting of bare root tree seedlings, including the purchase, transportation, storage and installation at 11 sites throughout Chester, Dyer, Hardeman, Hardin, Henderson, Lake and Tipton County, Tennessee totalling 2,434 acres and an option for an additional 4 sites in Dyer, Gibson, Hardin, and Weakley County, Tennessee totalling 937 acres. A contract will be awarded to the low bidder on a site by site basis (multiple award). The period of performance is November 1, 1997 through April 1, 1998. Estimated price range -- $250,000.00-$500,000.00. All responsible sources may submit a bid which will be considered by the agency. Presolicitation notices will be sent to prospective bidders on this solicitation. (0098)

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