Tree Removal & Pruning Services - 25

The University of North Carolina Greensboro (UNCG) is seeking contractors for tree removal and pruning services through an Invitation for Bid (IFB #LK250202) covering its 200-acre campus with 125 buildings and the Piney Lake property. The procurement solicits comprehensive tree maintenance services including pruning according to ANSI A300 standards, tree and stump removal, limb trimming near roofs and outdoor lights, and installation of cabling/bracing systems. Prospective contractors must demonstrate at least five years of experience in tree services and provide three references, with preference for submissions from higher education, school system, or government agency backgrounds. Written questions are due by March 7, 2025, with final bids required in the eVP system before 2:00 PM ET on March 26, 2025. The initial contract term will be one year, beginning April 1, 2025, with options for two additional one-year renewals, and bidders must submit pricing for two specific crew configurations: a five-person crew with a tree climber and a five-person crew with an aerial bucket lift.

The contract includes specific HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) participation goals, requiring 10% utilization for first or second-tier subcontractors. Contractors must be registered in North Carolina's eVP system to be eligible for award. The estimated annual value ranges between $20,000-$30,000, though no minimum spending is guaranteed as this is a convenience contract. Pricing must be provided for the base year and both optional renewal years, with rates specified for the two required crew configurations. The solicitation is geographically focused on Guilford County and applies specifically to UNCG's campus and Piney Lake property. Potential bidders should note that while a specific spending amount is not guaranteed, the contract is designed to provide the university flexibility in obtaining tree maintenance services as needed throughout the contract period.