Tree Removal Services PL062 Lincoln

This is a Small Business Set-Aside solicitation for Tree Removal Services at the Lincoln Developmental Center in Livingston County, Illinois. The state of Illinois is seeking a vendor to remove, pile, and burn approximately 65 dead trees, including de-energized light poles, on the center's grounds. The contract term is from October 23, 2024 to January 23, 2025, and payment will be made upon completion of the services. The contract is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, requiring the vendor to pay laborers, workers, and mechanics performing public works projects no less than the current prevailing wage rates. The vendor must coordinate with the Fire Department and other local authorities during the on-site burn process and provide general commercial liability, auto liability, and worker's compensation insurance coverage. A mandatory walk-through is scheduled for October 9, 2024, and bids are due by October 16, 2024.

The contract is set aside for small businesses, and the vendor must comply with the state's Standard Illinois Certifications, which cover a wide range of legal and regulatory requirements. The state has not provided any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor have they indicated any budget ranges or potential award values. The contract may be partially or totally funded with federal funds, and the vendor will be required to integrate with any existing infrastructure or technology at the Lincoln Developmental Center.