2025 Spring Tree Removal Bid

The City of Owosso, located in Shiawassee County, Michigan, is soliciting bids for the 2025 Spring Tree Removal project, which involves the removal of trees at various city locations. The procurement covers two primary options: Option 1 mandates the removal of 22 trees, while Option 2 provides for the optional removal of 8 additional trees. Trees range in diameter from under 18 inches to 48 inches and include maple, elm, and oak species. Bidders must submit a comprehensive proposal package including a completed bid proposal, signature page, legal status acknowledgment, local preference affidavit, and W-9 form. The bid is scheduled to be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, with work to commence no earlier than May 15, 2025, and be completed by July 31, 2025. Contractors will be responsible for traffic control, public safety, utilities coordination, and must adhere to specific removal requirements such as chipping brush, cutting tree lengths to 6 feet, and maintaining a clean work site.

The solicitation includes a local preference policy that provides a competitive advantage to local businesses, with a 6% bid preference (up to $2,500) for businesses located within Owosso city limits and paying local taxes, and a 3% advantage for businesses in Shiawassee County. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, contractors must carry specific insurance coverages and be prepared to provide certificates of insurance. The city will handle stump removal and right-of-way restoration, leaving the primary contractor focused on tree removal services. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the bid suggests a moderate-scale municipal infrastructure maintenance project. Interested bidders should carefully review the full bid documentation to understand the complete scope of work, insurance requirements, and local preference criteria before submitting their proposals.