The City of Redding is seeking bids for tree line inspection services. The contract requires a minimum of two certified arborists/foresters to inspect overhead power lines using GIS field maps and the TRAQ method. Inspections will cover approximately 746 miles of power lines, prioritizing high fire threat areas. The contractor must document all inspections, adhere to CPUC General Order 95 clearance requirements, and supply all necessary labor, transportation, and equipment. The contract term is from award through July 23, 2027, with two phases: an annual system inspection (Phase 1) due by December 31, 2026, and a midyear reinspection cycle (Phase 2) between May 17, 2027, and July 23, 2027. Liquidated damages will apply for delays in completing these phases. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 11, 2026. Bids are due by 3:00 p. m. PT on August 25, 2026. Award will be based on the lowest responsive annual evaluated total cost.
Phase 1 of the inspection work must be completed by December 31, 2026. Phase 2 is scheduled between May 17, 2027, and July 23, 2027. if phase 1 of the inspection workcovering all overhead and lowvoltage service inspectionsis not completed by december 31, 2026, in accordance with the contract requirements, the contractor shall be assessed liquidated damages
Payment terms are net 30 unless otherwise agreed. The contract amount will be divided into six equal payments over the contract term, with invoices submitted monthly for work performed. Payment terms are net 30 unless otherwise agreed to by both parties.
The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder whose proposal complies with all requirements, based on the lowest responsive annual evaluated total cost. the award of the contract, if it is awarded, will be made on the basis of availability of budgeted funds and shall be made on the basis of the lowest responsive annual evaluated total cost
A minimum of two certified arborists or registered professional foresters with at least one full year of active certification and knowledge of local tree species and growth rates are required. Proof of current certification must be submitted with the bid. A minimum of two 2 certified arborists or registered professional foresters shall be assigned to phase 1 of the project.
Liquidated damages of $200 per calendar day will be assessed for delays in completing Phase 1 (after December 31, 2026) and Phase 2 (after July 23, 2027). if phase 1 of the inspection workcovering all overhead and lowvoltage service inspectionsis not completed by december 31, 2026, in accordance with the contract requirements, the contractor shall be assessed liquidated damages in the amount of 200 per calendar day
A pre-bid conference is scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 8:00 a. m. PT. Attendance is strongly recommended. prebid conference scheduled on tuesday, august 11, 2026 at 8:00 a. m. pt to 10:30 a. m. pt, in the conference room, city of redding, parks building no. 4
The cutoff date and time for receiving questions regarding this bid is 5:00 p. m. PT on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The cutoff date and time for receiving questions regarding this bid is 5:00 p. m. pt, on wednesday, august 12, 2026.
Any missing information or invalid license or certification information may be grounds for disqualification. Failure to acknowledge any addenda issued may also cause the bid to be considered nonresponsive. Any missing information or invalid license or certification information may be grounds for disqualification.
