ITB 9415 Hazard Tree Trimming and Felling at Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) #9415 for Hazard Tree Trimming and Felling services at Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park, located in Lane County, Oregon. The procurement seeks a contractor to perform hazard tree trimming, felling, and topping services within the park, with a contract term from March 1, 2023, to March 1, 2024. Bidders must provide detailed pricing for various services including hourly rates for trimming/felling, climbing, debris removal, labor, transportation, flagging, and equipment costs. OPRD will evaluate bids based on price, contractor experience, expertise, and overall responsibility, with the intent to award a contract to the bidder that best serves the department's interests. Bid submissions were due on March 3, 2023, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time, with an anticipated award to a single contractor. Key qualifications include being registered in OregonBuys, compliance with state requirements for recycled products, and maintaining a tobacco-free work environment.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid tabulation indicates 12 bidders submitted proposals, with Brink Brothers Inc. identified as the intended awardee, subject to successful negotiations. The sample contract provides a not-to-exceed amount of $20,000 for the services, with the contractor required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverages including commercial general liability and automobile liability insurance. Contractors must perform work safely and to industry standards, coordinate with OPRD, and repair any damage to park property. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, and transportation to complete hazard tree services, with pricing structured on a per-hour, per-vehicle, and per-service basis. The contract allows for potential extension beyond the initial one-year term, providing flexibility for ongoing park maintenance needs.