Tree-Trimming & Removal

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is seeking a vendor to provide tree-trimming and removal services for the Big Springs Hatchery located in Lewistown, MT, through a Limited Solicitation (Bid Number FWP-21-0059). The specific procurement involves trimming five large trees and removing one large dying tree, with services to be priced as a lump sum. The solicitation was open from September 21, 2020, at 3:00 PM MDT to October 21, 2020, at 5:00 PM MDT, with sealed bids due by October 22, 2020, at 2:30 PM MDT. Vendors are required to complete several administrative documents, including a contractor information form and a Dark Money Declaration form per Executive Order No. 15-2018. The procurement is categorized under Commodity Code 2503 for Grounds Maintenance Services, with contact persons Chloe Katsilas and Amanda Battin managing the solicitation process. Potential bidders must demonstrate the capability to perform the specified tree maintenance services and comply with all administrative requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidding organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The procurement follows standard state procurement protocols with an emphasis on transparency, particularly regarding potential political contributions. Payment terms are specified as Net 30, though no specific budget or funding source is directly mentioned in the document. The geographical scope is limited to Garfield County, Montana, specifically the Big Springs Hatchery in Lewistown. While no precise award value is provided, the procurement appears to be for a single, defined tree maintenance project. Interested vendors should carefully review all administrative requirements, particularly the Dark Money Declaration form, and ensure compliance with all state procurement guidelines when preparing their submissions.