Downtown Existing Tree Conditions

The City of Temple, Texas is soliciting bids for downtown existing tree conditions landscaping and irrigation improvements under ITB 35-04-27, with bids due November 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CST and virtual bid opening immediately following. No set-asides or preference programs apply.

The scope encompasses removal of existing tree grates and trees, excavation and hauling of soil and gravel, installation of filter fabric and planting mix, pruning and soil sampling for 36 trees to remain, furnishing and installing new cedar elm and chinkapin oak trees, tree pit fencing installation, repair and modification of existing irrigation systems, and removal and replacement of site furnishings including bike racks, benches, plant pots, and concrete vaults. Work must be completed within 120 consecutive calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

The engineer's estimate of probable cost is $272,000. The contract is structured as a unit price contract with line items for lump-sum mobilization costs, project administration, and individual unit pricing for tree removal, installation, and site work. Bidders must submit a bid bond of not less than 5 percent of the total bid amount, and the successful contractor must furnish performance and payment bonds in accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter 2253, Subchapter B, Section 2253.021, in the amount of 100 percent of the total contract price.

A non-mandatory virtual pre-bid conference was held October 27, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. CST. Questions were due November 3, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. CST. Contract award is expected in December 2026. Bidders may submit responses electronically through the Euna Procurement online portal or via sealed paper copies to the Purchasing Department. Technical specifications and detailed drawings were prepared by Covey Planning + Landscape Architecture. The City of Temple qualifies for exemption from Texas state sales tax, and contractors may obtain a limited sales tax permit or exemption certificate.