City of Gibraltar - Tree & Stump Removal

The City of Gibraltar in Wayne County, Michigan, is seeking a licensed, qualified, and insured contractor to provide on-call tree and stump removal services for oversized, damaged, or dead trees located on city right-of-ways and city property. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) outlines a one-year contract with pricing based on a unit price sheet, covering tree removals of various sizes including trees 14-36 inches and trees 37 inches or larger, with corresponding stump removal rates. Contractors must be prepared to handle both scheduled and emergency removals, with emergency services required within 4 hours of notification. Sealed bids are due by 10:00 am on August 12, 2025, with proposals remaining valid for 90 days from the bid opening. Bidders must complete a Business Information Questionnaire and Verification of Minimum Qualifications form, demonstrating at least five years of experience with similar projects. Key requirements include contacting Miss Dig before stump removal, leaving the ground level after removal, and adhering to specific measurement and removal protocols.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, general liability, and automobile liability, with the City of Gibraltar listed as an additional insured. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the unit pricing structure suggests a project-based compensation model. The city reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals and make awards in its best interest. Prospective bidders will need to provide references and demonstrate technical capability to handle tree and stump removal across various sizes and conditions. The contract appears to be an open competitive procurement, with evaluation likely based on qualifications, experience, insurance compliance, and competitive pricing.