Proposal for Tree Risk Management Strategy for Public Tree and Woodland Assets in the City of Hamilton

The City of Hamilton, through its Corporate Services Department Procurement Division, has issued Request for Proposals solicitation C11-55-26 for the development of a Tree Risk Management Strategy. The selected proponent will be responsible for creating a comprehensive strategy for all municipally owned trees and woodland assets within the city's geographical limits. This work must align with legal and legislative requirements, industry standards, and municipal benchmarking. Key deliverables include the primary strategy and a visually appealing, easy-to-understand public-facing document that addresses the city's maintenance responsibilities and clarifies the facts regarding perceived tree risks. The proponent is expected to utilize process maps, matrices, charts, and Hamilton-specific photography to support these documents. Electronic submissions must be submitted through the City's Bidding System by December 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM Hamilton time, as hardcopy submissions will not be accepted. This procurement is subject to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and adheres to the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. No proposal, performance, or labor and material payment security is required for this solicitation. Inquiries regarding this project are directed to Procurement Specialist Mohammad Haque.