Tree trimming, maintenance and stump grinding services

The City of Cape May in Cape May County, New Jersey is seeking competitive bids for comprehensive Tree Trimming, Maintenance, and Stump Grinding Services through Invitation for Public Bid #25-08. The contract will span two years with an option for a two-year extension, requiring a contractor capable of providing emergency tree services including removal of fallen limbs, uprooted trees, and whole tree removal. Successful bidders must be available 24/7/365 and capable of responding within one hour of notification, with services covering tree removal and pruning for trees ranging from 6" to 48"+ in diameter. Contractors must possess a New Jersey Tree Experts and Tree Care Operators License and provide comprehensive documentation including a Business Registration Certificate, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and Ownership Disclosure Form. The bid opening is electronically scheduled for June 3, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. through the BIDNET platform, with the City awarding the contract to the lowest responsible bidder. Additional requirements include attending monthly Shade Tree Commission meetings and maintaining specific equipment such as an aerial lift, grapple loader, chipper, crane, and stump grinder.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, the bid requires substantial insurance coverage as a qualification. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance, including Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, Automobile Liability of $1,000,000, and Workers' Compensation coverage of $1,000,000 per accident. The city mandates that insurance certificates name Cape May City as an additional insured, with policies that cannot be materially changed or canceled without ten days' written notice. Contractors must submit insurance certificates within ten days of request and ensure their insurance is primary and non-contributory. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive insurance and equipment requirements suggest the contract is suited for established tree service businesses with significant operational capacity. The bid includes provisions for both scheduled and emergency work, with pricing to be submitted for services during and outside normal business hours, indicating potential flexibility in contract value.