Tree Removal Services at Natural Bridge Sky Lift

The Kentucky Department of Parks is seeking a Certified Arborist to perform tree removal and trimming services at the Natural Bridge Sky Lift in Slade, Nicholas County. The procurement is a Request for Quote (RFQ 670 2500000050) focusing on removing and trimming marked trees along the chair lift right-of-way, with five priority trees specifically identified by orange marking tape. The selected contractor must remain on-site during all work hours, use branch collar trimming techniques, avoid using climbing spikes on marked trees, and remove debris 5-10 feet past the tree line. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for March 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM EDT at 607 Skylift Drive, where potential bidders can view the marked trees. Quotes are due by March 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM EDT, with all work to be completed by July 31, 2025. The contract will be awarded on a best value basis using a 100-point evaluation scale, with price being the primary criteria and potentially some consideration for delivery time.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the documentation. Subcontracting is explicitly prohibited, requiring the winning bidder to be a Certified Arborist who personally performs the work. The contractor must maintain commercial general liability insurance with coverage of $100,000-$300,000 for bodily injury and property damage. While a specific budget range was not explicitly stated, the procurement suggests the project is relatively small in scope. The Kentucky Department of Parks reserves the right to cancel the contract with 30 days written notice and may approve partial or milestone payments based on project progression. Interested contractors must submit their quotes electronically to Jason.Monarch@ky.gov, with all pricing remaining valid for 60 days after the quote due date.