HSR26-31 Tree Removal and Disposal Services

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is requesting bids for tree removal and disposal services across three Authority-owned parcels in Fresno and Kings counties under IFB HSR26-31, with bids due October 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM (PST). A 25% Small Business utilization goal (inclusive of a 3% Microbusiness carveout) and a 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation goal apply. Bidders must hold a valid C-49 Tree and Palm Contractor license from California's Contractors State License Board.

The scope covers removal and disposal of approximately 43.04 acres of peach, pistachio, and pomegranate trees from parcels located at E. Elkhorn Avenue and S. Fowler Avenue in Fresno; 4th Avenue and Whitley Avenue in Corcoran; and 8455 Kansas Avenue in Hanford. Work is performed Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, excluding state holidays. The contractor is responsible for all labor, materials, equipment, disposal fees, and compliance with environmental survey inspection requirements.

The contract term runs November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2027, with an Authority option to extend for an additional twelve months. Prevailing wage requirements per California Labor Code sections 1720 apply; rate determinations are available from the Department of Industrial Relations. Performance bonds equal to 100% of the contract amount and payment bonds of the same amount are required if the bid exceeds $10,000 and $25,000, respectively. Commercial general liability insurance of not less than $1 million per occurrence, automobile liability of not less than $1 million combined single limit, and worker's compensation coverage are mandatory. Bidder security equal to 10% of the total bid amount is required for bids exceeding $461,000. Written questions are due September 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM (PST), with responses released by October 2, 2026. Virtual bid opening is held October 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM via Microsoft Teams. Proof of Department of Industrial Relations registration is required if the total bid amount exceeds $25,000.