The City of Livonia Parks and Recreation Department is seeking bids for a landscaping project at Greenmead Historical Park, located at 20501 Newburgh Road in Livonia, Michigan. The procurement is a competitive bid for site restoration and tree/shrub planting, with specific requirements for removing gravel and existing crabapple trees, leveling ground, and installing precise landscaping elements. The project requires planting 2 Spiraea prunifolia, 1 Potentilla fruiticosa, 6 Ilex verticillata, 3 Weigela florida, 3 Prunus serrulata, and 3 Malus 'Red Baron', with strict guidelines for tree size (2-3" caliper) and planting techniques. Contractors must provide three professional references, secure necessary permits, and follow detailed planting and site restoration protocols. The bid response is due September 2, 2025, at 2 p.m. on bidnetdirect.com, with optional site visits available during the week of August 25, 2025. Potential bidders can contact Emily at 248-477-7375 or etchorz@livonia.gov to schedule a site visit. The project must be completed by October 3, 2025, with all planting finished by October 15, 2025. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly noted in the procurement documents. The contractor will be required to provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including public liability, motor vehicle, workers' compensation, and owner's/contractor's protective insurance. A 5% retention will be held from the final payment until a warranty inspection is completed, and the contractor must provide a one-year guarantee for tree survival. While no specific budget range was indicated, the project involves detailed landscaping work with precise specifications for tree and shrub installation. The contractor will be responsible for all equipment, personnel, site cleanup, and potential damages. The procurement appears to be open to qualified landscaping contractors who can meet the technical specifications and insurance requirements outlined in the bid document.
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2025 Tree Shrub Fall Planting ABH.docx | 440KB | Document | 8/21/25 |