2026 North CBD Cycle Pruning

The City of Bellevue is soliciting bids for the 2026 North CBD Cycle Pruning project, solicitation number 26105, with an estimated value of 220,000 dollars. The project involves pruning and crown cleaning for up to 168 street trees and the removal of up to 11 trees within the northern Bellevue CBD Right-of-Way. All work must be performed on a time-and-materials basis with a not-to-exceed limit and must adhere to ISA ANSI A300 and ANSI Z133.1 standards. A mandatory requirement is the constant on-site supervision of an ISA Certified Arborist. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, and disposal, as well as implementing traffic control that meets MUTCD standards and final permit requirements, including the potential use of Uniformed Police Officers. Bids must be submitted via the Public Purchase portal by October 15, 2026, and the project must be completed by December 11, 2026. Applicants are required to submit a Supplemental Bidder Criteria Certification verifying their ability to meet the timeline, provide certified supervision, and demonstrate successful completion of at least two similar public Right-of-Way projects. The contract requires compliance with prevailing wage laws and specific bonding requirements. Detailed geospatial data, tree inventories, and lane closure schedules are provided to ensure critical clearances for roads, buildings, and sidewalks are maintained throughout the operation.