Tree Removal

The City of Bowie, Maryland, is soliciting bids for project O27_008, which involves tree removal and vegetation clearing on city-owned property located north and northwest of the Public Works Facility at 16500 Annapolis Road. The scope of work covers an area of approximately 84,000 to 90,000 square feet and must be completed within 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Contractors are required to adhere to OSHA, MOSH, and ANSI Z133 Tree Care Safety Standards, submit a safety plan within 10 days of the notice to proceed, and ensure all waste is disposed of at approved facilities. Work hours are restricted to Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, excluding city holidays. Bids must be submitted electronically via Bid Locker in PDF format, with all documents signed in blue ink. Required submission materials include a Bid Certification Form, a 5 percent bid security bond, a Contractor Responsibility Form, an Experience Modification Rate form, and a detailed reference list. The successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price, as well as a maintenance bond between 5 and 10 percent of total costs. Insurance requirements include comprehensive general liability of 1 million dollars per occurrence and 2 million dollars aggregate, automobile liability, and Maryland-compliant workers compensation. The contract includes a one-year warranty on all work performed.