On call tree removal dorchester county

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is soliciting an on-call tree removal contract for Dorchester County, seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive tree removal services on an as-needed basis. The solicitation covers three primary service types: cutting and leaving, cutting and removing, and cutting, removing, and stump grinding for trees across four diameter categories (6"-12", 13"-24", 25"-35", and over 35"). Contractors will be responsible for executing tree removal as directed by the Resident Maintenance Engineer, including all necessary labor, equipment, materials, traffic control, and disposal services. The contract will commence on August 8, 2022, and expire on August 7, 2027, with potential automatic one-year renewals. Key submission deadlines include July 15, 2022, at 12:00 PM for questions and July 21, 2022, at 2:30 PM for offer submissions, with award notification scheduled for July 29, 2022. Award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on unit pricing per tree by size and service type, with all quantities considered estimated for evaluation purposes.

The procurement appears open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned. Contractors must register as a South Carolina vendor and identify their business entity type. Insurance requirements are substantial, mandating commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, auto liability coverage of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation insurance with statutory limits. Contractors must obtain and maintain all required licenses, permits, and comply with OSHA standards, MUTCD traffic control requirements, and SCDOT specifications. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the solicitation includes estimated quantities of 10-50 trees across multiple service types, suggesting a potentially significant multi-year contract. The contract includes detailed administrative mechanisms for managing performance and potential damages, such as noncompliance notification forms and third-party damage claim processes. Successful contractors will need robust operational capabilities, including the ability to coordinate after-hours and weekend operations throughout Dorchester County.