26-24 2026 Tree Purchasing & Planting

The City of Sidney, Ohio, is soliciting bids for project 26-24, which involves the purchase and planting of trees at various public locations within the city. The scope of work includes providing all labor, supervision, materials, tools, and equipment necessary to complete the project between October 26, 2026, and December 1, 2026. All plant materials must comply with the American Standard for Nursery Stock ANZI Z60.1-2004, and the contractor must provide a guarantee for the trees until December 1, 2027. The estimated cost for the project is 55,500 dollars. To be eligible, bidders must be members of the Ohio Green Industry Association (formerly the Ohio Nursery and Landscape Association) and submit their bids electronically via Bid Express by October 22, 2026. The contract is subject to strict federal requirements, including Davis-Bacon prevailing wages, Federal Labor Standards, and the use of domestic steel and iron products per 23 CFR 635.410. Responsive bids must include a 10 percent bid bond, a Buy American certification, and various affidavits regarding non-collusion, tax delinquency, and felony convictions. Upon award, the contractor is required to provide 100 percent performance and payment bonds, as well as comprehensive insurance coverage including general liability, automobile, and workers compensation.