On-call tree removal spartanburg

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is soliciting on-call tree removal services for Spartanburg County through a competitive bidding process. The solicitation seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive tree removal services, including options for cutting and leaving trees, cutting and removing trees, and cutting, removing, and stump grinding across various tree size ranges from 6-72 inches. The contract is structured for a five-year period, anticipated to run from August 25, 2025, to August 24, 2030, with work to be directly managed and directed by the Resident Maintenance Engineer. Bidders must submit their proposals online by June 12, 2025, at 2:30 PM, with any questions required to be submitted by May 21, 2025. The solicitation includes a detailed pricing schedule that accounts for different tree removal services across multiple size categories and includes additional line items for specialized equipment such as crane removal, giraffe, center bogan, and forestry shinn mulcher at daily rates. Potential contractors must be registered vendors and understand that the estimated quantities are flexible and will vary based on the maintenance department's specific needs.

The procurement opportunity is exempt from standard procurement procedures under Section 11-35-710(1) and includes requirements for minority business participation and compliance with state tax regulations. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the solicitation implies a commitment to inclusive procurement practices. The contract appears to be open to qualified vendors who can demonstrate capability in tree removal services across various contexts and tree sizes. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation. The solicitation does not specify a precise budget range, but the comprehensive pricing schedule suggests significant potential contract value over the five-year period. Bidders will likely be evaluated on their ability to provide flexible, responsive tree removal services that can adapt to the varied maintenance needs of Spartanburg County, with consideration given to pricing, equipment capabilities, and compliance with state procurement guidelines.