Landscape Services for Regional Tree Planting Projects: Grounds Preparation, Tree Planting, and Mulching

PURPOSE: The intent of this procurement solicitation, Landscape Services for Regional Tree Planting Projects: Grounds Preparation, Tree Planting, and Mulching, is to contract with responsive and responsible Vendors, known as a company or firm whose purpose is to provide on-site and off-site products and/or services that include, but not limited to Landscape services to assist with grounds preparation and tree plantings within various parks & greenspaces of the 7 cities of Alton, Mission, Edinburg, Donna, Mercedes, Harlingen & San Benito. Grounds preparation will require manual removal of grass & weeds within the tree planting areas and individual 4 to 6 foot diameter rings around each tree planted. A variety of tree sizes from 3 gallon, 5 gallon, 7 gallon, 10 gallon, 15 gallon and balled & burlaped trees from 1.5 inch up to 4.5 inch caliper will need planting. Mulching of all trees will be required however all mulch, trees and any additional materials necessary for proper tree installation will be provided by Region One ESC. Contractor will be expected to provide their own shovels for digging and rakes for spreading mulch. Contractor is being asked to provide a an hourly rate per employee for regular hours and off hour/ holiday hour rates. Some projects will require a minimum 2 employees per day and a maximum of 3 to 4 employees per day. Contractor will not be responsible for any tree warranty however will be required to properly plant the trees according to Texas A&M Forest Service guidelines. Region One ESC is required to conduct a cost or price analysis for the procurement of goods and/or services not listed in the items tab, and within the scope of services offered with this bid solicitation.Location for Tree Plantings: Alton- Garcia Park and othersMission- La Lomita Park, Mission Hike & Bike Trails and othersEdinburg- Vacker Park and othersDonna- Hike & Bike Trails and other parksMercedes- Mercedes Sports Complex & Walking TrailsHarlingen- Bonham, Hunter, Rangerville and other parksSan Benito- Resaca Trails, Stookey and other parks.Additional locations within city limits of the above listed cities may be requested