Bldg. 84 Tree Removal

The West Virginia General Services Division (GSD) is seeking a contractor for tree removal services at Building 84, located at 1409 Greenbrier Street in Charleston, Kanawha County. The project specifically requires the removal of seven River Birch trees, complete with stump grinding, site reseeding with a tall fescue turf blend, and comprehensive debris removal. Vendors must demonstrate prior experience by having successfully completed at least three similar projects and maintain specific insurance coverages, including $1,000,000 in Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance. The solicitation (ARFQ 0211 GSD2600000001) requires electronic bid submission through wvOASIS, with technical questions due by July 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM and bid opening scheduled for July 25, 2025, at 2:30 PM. Contractors will be expected to perform work exclusively on weekends, excluding state-recognized holidays, and complete the entire project within five days of receiving the notice to proceed. Award will be made to the lowest qualified responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements.

The contract does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. Vendors must be registered with the West Virginia Purchasing Division and comply with various safety regulations, including OSHA requirements and the provided Jobsite Safety Handbook. The solicitation includes provisions for domestic steel and aluminum product preferences. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is structured as a fixed-period contract with a clear scope of work. Vendors must provide a one-year warranty on labor and adhere to all specified technical and safety standards. The contact for additional information is John T. Persinger, who can be reached at 304-352-5527 or john.t.persinger@wv.gov. No pre-bid meeting is required for this solicitation, and interested contractors must carefully review all documentation to ensure compliance with the detailed project specifications.