Energized Line Clearance RFP

Lehi City is requesting proposals for energized line clearance tree-trimming services on an as-needed basis, with proposals due September 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. MST through the Bonfire platform, and questions due September 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. MST.

The scope encompasses trimming trees in conflict with Lehi City power lines, including all cleanup and disposal of tree waste, property owner notification, compliance with ANSI A300, Z133, and OSHA 202 standards, and traffic control when equipment blocks traffic flow. Respondents must submit itemized bid proposals including hourly rates for ISA-certified line clearance technicians, estimators, foremen, trimmers, apprentices, and grounds workers, along with equipment costs for bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders, chainsaws, and pruners. Work is performed in Lehi, Utah 84043.

The contract term is two years with an option for a third-year renewal. Pricing must remain firm for the contract duration except through approved change orders. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to award based on best economic advantage and City best interests.

Respondents must provide letters of transmittal, project team qualifications with client references and past work examples, project timelines with availability details, and current financial reports compliant with GAAP for the past three fiscal years. The contractor's project management team must communicate regularly with City staff through on-site or virtual meetings to meet City goals and objectives.

Performance and payment bonds equal to the contract price are required prior to commencing work. The contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including workers' compensation with employer's liability limits of not less than $1,000,000, commercial general liability of $3,000,000 per occurrence and aggregate, automobile liability of $2,000,000 per accident, and professional liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and aggregate. All work carries a warranty period with contractor responsibility for repairs and replacements at no additional cost to the City. The City retains the right to terminate for unsatisfactory performance with seven days' written notice and a five-day cure period, or without cause with seven days' notice and pro-rata payment for completed work. Primary contact is Ken Bringhurst, Power Operations Manager, 385-201-2615 or kbringhurst@lehi-ut.gov.