Arborist Biddings - Procurement Opportunities

This is a non-personal services contract for tree removal services at Fort Jackson, SC. The period of performance is one base year (March 15, 2026 to March 14, 2027) and four 12-month option years. The contractor is responsible for all personnel, equipment, supplies, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform the work. The government will not supervise or control the contractor's service providers. The contractor must develop and submit a quality control plan within 30 days of contract award. The government will evaluate contractor performance according to a quality assurance surveillance plan. The contractor must comply with Army safety regulations (AR ****) and ANSI standard **** safety plan, job hazard analysis (JHA), and a list of all contractor employees (including subcontractors) must be submitted within 10 days of contract commencement. Key personnel information (contract manager and alternate) must be provided within 10 days of contract award. The contractor must ensure all employees have current antiterrorism level 1 professional certification and complete iWatch training within 15 calendar days of contract award. The government will provide controlled access to the Fort Jackson mulch site for debris disposal. The contractor must provide daily progress reports by **** each morning, Monday through Friday. The government will generate service requests identifying the location and trees to be cut. The contractor will provide a price estimate based on the work requested. The contractor must exercise extreme care to avoid damaging government property. All work must conform to the standards of the specifications. The contractor must correct any work not meeting specifications. The contractor must accomplish all repairs in an orderly and efficient manner. The contractor must maintain an adequate workforce for uninterrupted performance of all tasks when the government facility is not closed. The contractor must provide communication equipment as necessary to perform the services of this contract. The contractor must provide all fuels, flares, and safety equipment required for the operation of equipment and vehicles in conformance with installation fire regulations, SCDOT and OSHA. The government desires to do a small business set aside, provided two or more qualified small businesses respond to this sources sought synopsis with information sufficient to support a set aside. The anticipated NAICS code is **** Landscaping Services. The small business size standard is 9. 5M.

The tender is for tree hazard removal at Keaiwa Heiau State Recreational Area. Bidders must be ISA certified arborists with at least 5 years of experience, hold a C27 or C27B tree trimming license from the State of Hawaii, and have a permanent business office. A pre-bid site inspection is scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The contract requires liability and property damage insurance, and compliance with Hawaii Revised Statutes. The work must be completed by August 29, 2025, and liquidated damages will be assessed for delays. Invoices must be sent to the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of State Parks, at the specified address, referencing the purchase order number. Subcontractors require prior written approval from the contract administrator. The award will be based on the lowest total bid price, and bidders must be registered with the Hawaii Information Consortium.

The tender is for one-time tree hazard removal and pruning service at Heeia State Park. Bidders must inspect the site prior to submitting an offer. The offer must include labor, transportation, taxes, and other costs. The awarded contract will be based on the lowest total bid price. Bidders must be registered with the Hawaii Information Consortium and compliant with Hawaii compliance express (HCE). Liability insurance with specific coverage limits is required. Work will commence within 10 calendar days of the notice to proceed. Completion is by July 31, 2025, with liquidated damages for late completion. Invoices are required upon completion of services. Subcontractors require prior written approval. Workmanship must meet standards and be approved by the contract administrator and qualified arborist. Negative references from clients or the state consumer protection agency may lead to disqualification. Campaign contributions are prohibited. The contractor is responsible for indemnification of the state against any claims or liability arising from the project.