Davic_Bacon_Wage_Rates_Landscaper.pdf

This is a Davis-Bacon Wage Rates document for the Landscaper classification prepared for the City of Bridgeport, Connecticut in connection with its Citywide Tree Maintenance & Arboricultural Services contract. The document establishes prevailing wage rates applicable to landscape workers performing tree maintenance and arboricultural services within Fairfield County. Bidders and contractors must comply with these federally-mandated Davis-Bacon wage rates when submitting proposals and executing work under the contract. Electronic bid submissions are due by 2:00 pm on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, through the City's OpenGov e-Procurement Portal. The initial contract term is one year with potential for up to three additional annual renewals, extending through June 2030. Qualified bidders must possess a valid Connecticut arborist license and provide comprehensive documentation including equipment lists, insurance certificates, and unit pricing for various service categories such as tree limb trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, and specialized arborist services.

The total contract compensation is capped at $100,000 per year, with task orders awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The City actively encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with utilization goals of 15% for each category, and also encourages local Bridgeport-based businesses to submit bids. Contractors must carry comprehensive insurance coverage including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability with specified minimum coverage limits. The City reserves the right to award contracts to multiple vendors and make partial awards based on factors including price, availability, and responsiveness. The Davis-Bacon wage rates document ensures that all workers engaged in the contract services receive prevailing wage compensation as required by federal regulations applicable to Fairfield County.