Municipal Tree Maintenance and Stump Grinding Services

The Town of Bristol, located in Rhode Island's Bristol County, is soliciting bids for Municipal Tree Maintenance and Stump Grinding Services through Bid #1069. The procurement seeks a professional arborist with ISA designation to perform comprehensive tree care services over a two-year contract period. Required services include tree and stump removal, tree trimming, disease treatment for specific tree types (Beech, Ash, and Elm), and related maintenance activities. Bidders must provide a minimum two-person crew with specific equipment including arial lift bucket trucks, brush chippers, stump grinders, and a crane. Key qualifications mandate at least two Rhode Island Licensed Arborists with a minimum of 5 years' experience and OSHA-10 certified crew members. The bid is due on June 18, 2025, with the Town evaluating proposals based on the lowest, evaluated bid price while assessing how well the specifications have been met. Detailed pricing schedules cover various services such as tree removal by diameter size, stump grinding, hourly equipment and labor rates, and specialized tree treatments.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including Workers' Compensation and Comprehensive General Liability Insurance with a minimum $1,000,000 coverage limit. The contractor will be responsible for coordinating with local agencies, maintaining traffic control, providing proper notifications, and adhering to the town's tree care and maintenance policy. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the detailed pricing schedules suggest a potentially significant contract value based on the extensive service requirements. The successful bidder will need to manage tree maintenance requests, interact with residents regarding tree removal and wood disposal, and demonstrate a high level of professional arboricultural expertise. The contract appears to be open to qualified professional tree service providers who can meet the technical and operational specifications outlined in the bid document.