Tree Maintenance and Removal Services

The City of Greensboro is soliciting proposals for Tree Maintenance and Removal Services under solicitation number 12504. This firm-price, unit-price contract involves tree pruning, removal, and stump grinding based on the City's tree inventory and maintenance plan, with a planning assumption of approximately 4,000 maintained trees and 500 removals. The contract is funded in whole or in part by federal funding, requiring compliance with federal laws, including Buy America certifications and SAM.gov active registration. Performance is expected to begin on February 1, 2027, with work performed within the City of Greensboro. Qualified contractors must possess at least five years of experience and ensure all pruning is supervised by an ISA Certified or Board Certified Master Arborist. Work must adhere to ANSI A300, ANSI Z133.1, and NCFS Urban and Community Forestry Best Management Practices. Key requirements include providing a quality control plan, submitting background checks for employees working on park land, and coordinating with North Carolina 811 for underground utilities. The City will award the contract based on best value, and payment is contingent upon inspection and approval by the City Arborist or a designee. Submissions must include a letter of interest, statement of qualifications, project team details, a project schedule, and several notarized affidavits to be considered responsive.