26021_A RFQ.pdf

This document is a Request for Quotes (RFQ 26021-A) issued by Fayette County, Georgia for tree removal, stump grinding, underbrush removal, and mulching services at Starrs Mill Park. The Fayette County Water System seeks a contractor to perform work on a 5-acre parcel, with specific tasks including removing and grinding stumps of trees of various diameters, removing small trees and underbrush, pruning limbs to improve visibility of waterfalls, and removing river birches and maples near the water edge. The project involves 22 tree/stump removals, 6 underbrush/small tree removals, 13 canopy-raising operations, and 7 tree removals near the water edge. A mandatory pre-quote conference is scheduled for August 20, 2025, at 115 Waterfall Way, Fayetteville, GA. Quotes will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on August 27, 2025, with a 90-day binding offer period.

The pricing structure requires bidders to provide unit prices for each specified task, with the total quote encompassing all associated charges including materials, equipment, installation, and labor. The county will evaluate quotes based on responsiveness, vendor qualifications, experience, references, and other relevant factors. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 in general liability and automobile liability coverage, and workers' compensation as required by Georgia statute. The contract terms specify standard payment conditions of Net 30, with potential cash discounts if the county pays within 15 days of invoice receipt. The county reserves the right to reject any or all quotes and re-solicit pricing, with the ultimate goal of selecting the most qualified and cost-effective contractor for the tree removal and site preparation project.