TTR-031-060526_May_25_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the City of Torrington, Connecticut, for tree trimming and removal services at streets and parks throughout the city under solicitation number TTR-031-060526. The City seeks one or multiple licensed and insured contractors to provide responsive tree work services based on specific departmental requests, including routine tree pruning, tree removal categorized by diameter at breast height (DBH) in four tiers, hazard tree assessments by licensed arborists, and emergency tree removal services with a mandatory one-hour response time. Sealed proposals must include one original and two exact copies submitted by June 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM to City Hall, Room 206, 140 Main Street, Torrington, Connecticut. Written questions must be submitted by May 27, 2026, at 12:00 noon to Pennie Zucco at 860-489-2225 or pennie_zucco@torringtonct.org. The contract period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options for annual renewal for a maximum of five years contingent upon mutual agreement.

Bidders must provide unit pricing for specified tree work categories, hourly rates for urgent services and assessments, and maintain at least one Certified Arborist on staff who must perform or supervise all onsite work. Contractors must obtain and maintain Worker's Compensation insurance, Comprehensive General Liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per person and $2,000,000 per accident, vehicle insurance, and a performance bond throughout the contract term. All tree material must be removed and disposed of at the contractor's expense, and the contractor assumes responsibility for any property damage caused during operations. Standard service hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with additional hours available if pre-authorized. Payment terms are Net 30 Days with F.O.B. Destination (Torrington). No specific contract value or budget range is disclosed; contract services are contingent upon sufficient funds being available, with purchase orders issued on a per-location basis as funding becomes available. The City reserves the right to award the bid that best serves the public interest rather than necessarily selecting the lowest bidder, may award line items separately, and actively encourages Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) to apply. Bids cannot be withdrawn for 60 days following submission, and faxed or emailed proposals will not be accepted.