USDA-Forest Service, Umatilla National Forest, 2517 SW Hailey Avenue, Pendleton, Oregon 97801-3942

F -- PRECOMMERCIAL THINNING Contact Merle Matthews, 503/278-3843. The Umatilla National Forest is issuing maps for a 1996 precommercial thinning contract on the Pomeroy Ranger District in Southeastern Washington. This is an opportunity for prospective bidders to view project sites prior to snowfall, crucial for submission of a viable offer. Showing packets with maps of the areas are now available. No formal pre-bid tours will be scheduled. Solicitations will be issued in late winter or early spring. (283)

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