Washington Park Tree Maintenance

The City of Groton is seeking proposals for tree maintenance services at Washington Park, located at 155 Meridian Street, with a submission deadline of July 25, 2024. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on July 17, 2024, at 8:15 AM to discuss project details. The scope involves the removal of seven designated trees and the pruning of seventeen others, with all limbs and trunks measuring 5 inches or more in diameter to be cut into approximately five-foot lengths. Smaller limbs and brush are to be chipped, with the city providing a designated area for chip disposal. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for grinding the stumps of all removed trees and restoring the site to its original condition after work completion. All trees are marked with labels, and the contractor must ensure thorough cleanup of the work area. The project is classified under NAICS code 561730 and is estimated to have a contract value between $15,000 and $30,000. Interested vendors can contact Mary Hill at the City of Groton via email or phone for further details. Proposals must be submitted by the specified deadline, and the solicitation is posted on the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services BidBoard portal. The contract aims to ensure proper tree maintenance while maintaining the park’s safety and aesthetic standards.