Safety Pruning and Public Tree Removal

The City of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin is soliciting sealed bids for safety pruning and public tree removal services for the 2020 fiscal year. This procurement opportunity (File No. 2020-023) requires bidders to submit comprehensive proposals for tree maintenance and removal within the city's public spaces. Bidders must prepare proposals using specific provided forms and submit sealed bids to the City Administrative Office located at 160 South Macy Street by Thursday, February 6th, 2020 at 9:00 AM, when bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Each bid must include a certified check, bank draft, or bid bond payable to the City of Fond du Lac, representing 5 percent of the gross bid amount. Bidders are required to complete a "Disclosure of Ownership" form as mandated by Wisconsin Statutes, and must file a "Bidder's Proof of Responsibility" at least five days before the scheduled bid opening. Complete digital project bidding documents can be obtained by contacting City Purchasing Manager Josh Musack via email at jmusack@fdl.wi.gov or by phone at 920-322-3453.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly identify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must demonstrate qualifications through the required documentation, and the Director of Public Works retains final decision-making authority on bidder qualifications. The City of Fond du Lac reserves the right to reject any or all bids without disclosing a specific reason and can waive any bidding formalities while selecting the proposal that best serves the city's interests. Bids will remain valid for thirty days after opening without additional consent from the Director of Public Works. While no specific budget range is mentioned in the documents, bidders are required to provide a comprehensive proposal for safety pruning and public tree removal services. The successful bidder will be expected to execute and file the proposed contract and performance bond within ten days after receiving the award notice.