On-call tree removal aiken county

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is soliciting bids for an on-call tree removal services contract specific to Aiken County, covering maintenance of roads and routes within or near right-of-way limits. The procurement involves three primary service categories: cutting and leaving trees, cutting and removing trees, and cutting/removing/grinding stumps, with services to be performed under the direction of the Resident Maintenance Engineer. Tree removal services will be categorized by diameter ranges including 19"-38", 39"-57", 58"-75", 76"-94", and over 94", with estimated quantities ranging from 4-20 trees per line item. The initial contract term is one year with four optional one-year renewal periods, potentially extending the contract through March 23, 2030. Key submission deadlines include February 24, 2025 for questions and March 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM for bid responses, with award anticipated on March 24, 2025. Contractors must provide all necessary equipment, labor, materials, and traffic control to complete tree removal services, and the award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on total extended pricing.

The solicitation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must possess a state vendor number to submit an offer and must maintain specific insurance requirements, including $1 million in commercial general liability per occurrence, $1 million in auto liability, and appropriate workers' compensation coverage. The contract is exempt under section 11-35-710(1) of the South Carolina Consolidated Procurement Code. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the contract includes comprehensive documentation requirements such as a Notice of Damage to SCDOT Property form and a Non-Compliance notification process to ensure contractor accountability. Quantities listed in the bid schedule are for evaluation purposes only, and actual work volumes will depend on departmental needs and budgetary constraints. The solicitation suggests flexibility in service demand, with pricing structures designed to accommodate variable tree removal requirements across Aiken County's maintained roadways.