Municipal By-law Enforcement Officer (Perth County Tree Injury By-law) & Weed and Tree Inspection Services, Registered Professional Forester

The Corporation of the County of Perth is seeking proposals for a Municipal By-law Enforcement Officer and professional weed and tree inspector for a one-year term from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027, with an option for extension. The successful proponent, who must be a Registered Professional Forester, will be responsible for identifying hazardous, diseased, or dying trees and noxious or invasive weeds on both public and private properties. Key duties include conducting inspections, assisting landowners with weed eradication, issuing control orders, providing public education, and preparing reports for Council or attending court as required. The County will only consider proposals from qualified individuals or firms providing services directly; submissions from staffing or recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Award decisions will be based on the most qualified bid rather than the lowest price, with evaluations considering experience, operational capacity, and willingness to comply with the Non-Union Staff Vaccination Policy. Required certifications include Managed Forest Approver, Tree Marking Certification, and a Licensed Pesticide Certificate for Landscaping and Forestry. Proponents must maintain $5,000,000 in comprehensive general liability insurance and $2,000,000 in automobile liability insurance. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via the County's Bidding System by October 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Local Time. Payment for services will be issued within 30 days of receiving an invoice that correctly references the contract number.