2026-08 ROI Puruki Experimental Forest Harvest

🌲 Tender Overview: Puruki Experimental Forest Harvest The New Zealand Institute for Bioeconomy Science Limited (Scion Science) is inviting expressions of interest for the end-to-end management of the Puruki Experimental Forest Harvest. This project requires a highly capable forestry harvesting contractor or forest management provider to oversee all aspects of the harvest operation. 📋 Scope of Work Successful bidders will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the harvest, including: Planning & Execution: Comprehensive management of harvest operations. Infrastructure: Roading and site reinstatement. Logistics: Log marketing and transport services. Compliance: Strict adherence to NES-CF regulations, environmental management, and high-level health and safety standards. 🎯 Key Requirements Applicants must demonstrate: Proven experience in medium-scale plantation harvest operations. Expertise in working within sensitive research environments, including data capture and coordination with stakeholders such as researchers, landowners, and Mana Whenua. Strong capability in managing subcontractors across all project phases. A focus on optimizing commercial outcomes and value recovery. 📍 Location & Details Regions: Bay of Plenty and Waikato. Tender Type: Registration of Interest (ROI). Keywords: Forestry Contracting, Forest Management, Log Marketing, NES-CF Compliance, Research Forest Harvest, Plantation Harvesting, Scion Science. This opportunity is ideal for established forestry firms capable of delivering a complete, integrated management solution. Parties unable to provide end-to-end services, including marketing and transport, need not apply.