23-34-PRCS Tree Planting on Salem Common

The City of Salem, Massachusetts is seeking bids from qualified contractors to furnish, transport, and plant a variety of trees within the Salem Common park. The contract, identified as 23-34-PRCS, involves tree planting services with a one-season term commencing on or around June 15, 2023 and terminating on December 31, 2023, with a 2-year guarantee period ending on December 31, 2025. Bidders must have a minimum of 7 years of Balled and Burlapped (B&B) tree planting experience and demonstrate competence and financial capability to carry out the full terms of the contract, as well as have a certified arborist present during installation. Bids are due by 11:00 AM on March 1, 2023, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder. The procurement includes a base bid and add alternates, and a 5% bid deposit is required.

The contract opportunity is not designated for any set-aside or restricted to specific types of organizations. The procurement documents do not indicate any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor do they mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The budget or possible award value for this contract is not specified in the available information.