Tree Removal Services for Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Eradication Efforts

See also award notice for contract AG-6395-C-16-0129.
Reference: Solicitation AG-6395-S-16-0031 (archived)

Description: Tree removal services in support of program strategies to eradicate the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) in Ohio. Work will involve, but is not limited to, providing all personnel, labor, supervision, supplies, equipment, and materials required to remove ALB infested and/or high-risk host trees, the stump grinding of all landscaped removed trees, the stump grinding of woodlot trees, the application of approved herbicide on stumps, the disposal of all removed trees and woody debris, and the restoration of properties where removal work has been completed. Tree removal activities will be completed on public and/or private property in both landscaped/maintained settings and non-maintained areas. The Contractor will be required to service multiple sites simultaneously and must have the capacity to expand to 10 crews for removal of up to approximately 600 trees per week. Contractor personnel must include a full time arborist with current certification from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or equivalent organization. Set-Aside Status: Total Small Business (NAICS 561730, $7.5M size standard).