BL138-26, Trimming of Trees in Medians and Along Right of Ways on an Annual Contract

Gwinnett County is soliciting competitive sealed bids for an annual, on-demand contract for the trimming, removal, and disposal of tree limbs and debris in medians and along right-of-ways for the Department of Transportation. The scope of work includes the maintenance of approximately 1,397 Crepe Myrtle trees, which require a two-step pruning process to raise the canopy and remove basal undergrowth twice yearly. All services must be performed in accordance with Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) and ANSI A300 pruning standards, while traffic control must adhere to Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards. The contract begins upon award and includes four additional one-year renewal options, with the requirement that pricing remains firm for these periods. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the combined total cost of two pricing tables covering canopy trimming and secondary basal sprout trimming. Bidders must provide at least three references for similar work, a list of dedicated personnel and equipment, and a signed Certification of Non-Collusion. Comprehensive insurance is required, including General Liability, Auto, and Umbrella policies, with the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners named as an additional insured. Minimum coverage includes a 2 million dollar general aggregate and 1 million dollar per occurrence limit, with insurance carriers requiring an A.M. Best Rating of A-7 or higher. Firms on the Gwinnett County ineligible source list are prohibited from submitting bids.