IFB 26-26 Tree Planting Services

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is soliciting bids through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 26-26 for tree planting services across designated state locations. The procurement involves the planting of approximately 500 trees with all associated costs including tree procurement, site preparation, planting, and initial care to be covered by the selected contractor. Bidders must submit detailed unit pricing for each tree planted along with comprehensive labor and materials costs, and proposals must be received by May 21, 2026, with the posting date of May 6, 2026. Site visits are recommended for all interested bidders to assess project conditions and requirements prior to bid submission. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with all tree planting activities required to be completed within a specified timeframe, and the contract may include provisions for maintenance or follow-up services during an establishment period. All bidders must comply with prevailing wage requirements and applicable state procurement laws, and documentation regarding contractor qualifications, insurance, and bonding capacity will be required. The project is funded through state appropriations or environmental initiatives dedicated to urban forestry and green infrastructure development.

The solicitation may include set-asides for minority-owned, women-owned, or small businesses as applicable under Massachusetts procurement regulations. No incumbent contractor information is currently specified for this procurement opportunity. The specific award value or budget range for this contract has not been disclosed in the available documentation, though funding derives from state environmental and forestry initiatives. Bidders should anticipate that contract awards will be contingent upon demonstrated capacity to meet insurance and bonding requirements, as well as compliance with all applicable state procurement laws and prevailing wage standards. Interested contractors should review the complete IFB 26-26 Tree Planting.pdf document for any additional technical specifications, site-specific requirements, or detailed evaluation criteria that may apply to proposal evaluation and selection.