Tree Trimming, Pruning, and Removal Services

The City of St. Petersburg is seeking qualified vendors to provide tree trimming, pruning, removal, stump grinding, and stump removal services across various locations within the city on an as-needed basis. The procurement process aims to qualify up to ten responsible and responsive vendors, who will be considered for project awards based on competitive quotes when specific needs arise. The contract, titled "Tree Trimming, Pruning, and Removal Services," is identified by solicitation number RFQ-25-078 and was posted in early February 2025, with responses due by mid-March 2025. The contract scope covers services within the NAICS code 561730 and involves a project size estimated between $500,000 and $2,000,000. The City’s designated point of contact for this solicitation is Victoria Amerson, reachable via email or phone. The contractual arrangement will be governed by a base agreement that details the responsibilities of the contractor, including scope of work, payment terms, insurance, and indemnification clauses. The agreement emphasizes performance-based payments, insurance coverage requirements, and the process for project awards, which will be granted to the lowest qualified vendor for each project. The contract includes provisions for initial and renewal periods, with specific terms for indemnification and insurance to protect the City’s interests. Overall, this procurement aims to ensure the City maintains healthy and safe urban forestry through a streamlined, competitive process that leverages qualified vendors for timely and cost-effective tree maintenance services.