Tree Trimming and Removal

Iredell County, North Carolina is requesting proposals for tree trimming and removal services across county-owned properties, with proposals due August 26, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and questions due August 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. No set-aside or local-vendor preference is stated.

The scope encompasses removal and disposal of trees (alive or dead), debris management including limbs and brush, stump grinding, site restoration, and hole filling at no additional cost to the County. Work must be completed within ten working days of notification or by project deadlines. The contractor must provide all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, traffic control, and safety equipment.

Vendors must hold current North Carolina licensure, demonstrate similar project experience within the last four years with a minimum of three references, maintain appropriate insurance naming Iredell County as an additional insured, comply with E-Verify employment verification and the Iran Divestment Act of 2015, and document safe operating procedures. No incumbent contract exists for these services.

The evaluation criteria allocate 30 points for qualifications and relevant project involvement, 30 points for understanding of scope and proposed work plan, 20 points for references, 15 points for equipment and safety practices, and 5 points for insurance requirements. Pricing will be established through the proposal process with rates fixed for the contract term. The contract award covers an initial one-year term with options for additional twelve-month renewals at the County's discretion. Iredell County reserves the right to terminate with 30 days' written notice or immediately for failure to follow safe operating procedures, and may reject any or all submissions or cancel the RFP process for any reason. All questions must be submitted through the Procurement Portal.