Winter Tree Maintenance

The City of Saskatoon is soliciting quotations under solicitation number 26-0486 for winter tree maintenance services, specifically for the pruning and removal of trees within the King George, College Park, and Avalon neighbourhoods. The scope of work includes crown cleaning and crown raising to ensure clearance for pedestrians and infrastructure, as well as the complete removal of above-ground portions of designated trees with stumps cut to less than 15cm above grade. All activities must adhere to strict arboricultural and safety standards, including ISA Best Management Practices, ANSI A300-2023, ANSI Z133-2017, and various CSA standards. Work is generally performed Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a specific seasonal restriction prohibiting elm pruning between April 1 and August 31. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest total price per neighbourhood, provided the respondent demonstrates the capacity to handle the volume of trees and meets all professional requirements. Bidders must submit pricing for both pruning and removals for any neighbourhood they target. Key personnel requirements include valid International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Arborist Certificates for all pruning staff and specific certifications or experience for tree climbers and equipment operators. Successful respondents must provide a Saskatchewan Workers Compensation Act clearance letter and maintain comprehensive general liability insurance of at least 2 million to 5 million dollars per occurrence. Submissions are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00:59 PM CST.