2 year tree removal richland CO

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a two-year on-call tree removal services contract in Richland County. The solicitation seeks comprehensive tree removal services within or near right-of-way limits on SCDOT-maintained roads, with services categorized by tree size ranging from 6"-60" in six-inch increments. Contractors will be responsible for three primary service types: cutting and leaving, cutting and removing, and cutting, removing, and stump grinding, with estimated annual quantities between 35 to 330 trees per size category for standard removals and 5 to 20 trees per category for obstructed removals. The solicitation requires online bidding through www.procurement.sc.gov, with a bid submission deadline of April 24, 2024, at 14:30 Eastern Time and questions due by April 16, 2024. Contractors must provide fixed unit prices per tree per size category and maintain comprehensive insurance, including $1,000,000 Commercial General Liability, $1,000,000 Auto Liability, and statutory Worker's Compensation coverage. The contract will run from May 21, 2024, to May 20, 2026, with one optional renewal year, and requires a labor and material payment bond equal to the contract value.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must comply with OSHA requirements, utilize utility locating services, and complete work within 10 business days of notification. Non-compliance will result in financial penalties, with Category A violations potentially leading to contract termination and deductions of $500 per offense, and Category B violations incurring deductions of $500 to $750. While specific budget ranges are not directly stated, the contract's scope suggests a potentially significant investment in tree removal services across Richland County. The contractor must maintain equipment in good operating condition and provide appropriate work zone traffic control according to MUTCD standards. Final contract award requires approval by the South Carolina Transportation Secretary, with the anticipated award date set for May 7, 2024.