Historic Fort Willard Tree Care

The County of Fairfax is seeking bids for specialized tree care services at the Fort Willard Historical Site, a sensitive Civil War location in Alexandria, Virginia. Due to the site’s historical and archaeological significance, the maintenance plan strictly prohibits the use of heavy machinery. All tree work must be conducted using a “Hand Dropping” method, where trained climbers manually scale trees, cut branches, and carefully lower them to the ground to avoid disturbing the site. This meticulous process ensures the preservation of the delicate grounds and structures while maintaining the health of the trees. Interested contractors must email proposals by February 27, 2026, to the designated contact, Heather Lynch. This solicitation, identified as RFP-114150, was posted on February 20, 2026, by the County of Fairfax under the Virginia agency. The work is to be performed directly at the Fort Willard Historical Site at 6625 Fort Willard Circle. For RFP documents and additional details, vendors can reach out via email or access the online procurement portal provided in the solicitation notice. This contract requires a specialized approach to tree care that balances professional arboriculture with the preservation of a historically significant site.