On-call tree removal orangeburg county

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is seeking an on-call tree removal services contractor for Orangeburg County, with the solicitation specifically covering tree removal services within or near SCDOT-maintained roads and routes. The contract will span five years, from 10/27/2025 to 10/26/2030, with potential automatic one-year renewals. The procurement requires contractors to perform multiple tree removal services, including cutting and leaving, cutting and removing, and cutting, removing, and stump grinding, as directed by the Resident Maintenance Engineer. Bidders must submit unit pricing for tree removal and stump grinding across six different tree diameter ranges: 6"-12", 13"-18", 19"-24", 25"-30", 31"-45", and >45". The solicitation is structured as an indefinite delivery/quantity contract, meaning total purchase quantities are not guaranteed. Key submission deadlines include bid submissions due by 10/03/2025 at 2:30 PM, with all bidder questions required by 09/11/2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with the award posted on 10/27/2025.

The procurement includes specific requirements for bidder participation, including mandatory state registration and compliance with minority business participation reporting. Bidders must adhere to tax withholding regulations for nonresidents and provide certifications regarding commissioner interests and employee restrictions. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation implies an openness to diverse contractor participation. The contract does not specify an exact budget range, but the unit pricing structure allows for flexible engagement based on actual tree removal needs. Contractors will be evaluated on their ability to meet technical specifications, pricing competitiveness, and compliance with SCDOT's administrative requirements. The contract includes provisions for non-compliance tracking, with attached forms like the Non-Compliance Notice template that allows SCDOT to document and potentially penalize contractors who fail to meet contract specifications. The procurement offers a comprehensive framework for ongoing tree removal services with clear performance expectations and administrative oversight.