Sealed proposals for tree trimming and removal at various streets and parks in Torrington, CT, from December 2026 through June 30, 2028, with option to renew up to 5 years. Bid bond of 5% required. Performance and maintenance bonds required. Certified arborist must perform or supervise all work. Emergency response within 1 hour. Submit one original and two copies by November 17, 2026, 11:00 AM. Questions due November 9, 2026.
Routine requests must be provided within three business days, urgent within one business day. services must be provided within three 3 business days and services must be provided within one 1 business day or less.
Payment is processed after invoice review and confirmation of completed work. payment will be processed after review of receipt of an invoice is reviewed and confirm work was completed on said invoice.
The contract is awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, with a city-based bidder preference. the bid will then be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
Contractor must be licensed and insured, with a certified arborist performing or supervising all work. a certified arborist shall perform or supervise all onsite work.
Failure to meet response times or respond to emergency call-outs may result in contract termination. failure to respond to a call out for emergency work shall give the city just cause to terminate this contract.
Deadline for questions is November 9, 2026 by 4:00 PM. deadline for questions is november 9, 2026 by 4: 00 pm.
Bids without a bid bond or certified check will not be accepted, and ex parte communication may lead to disqualification. bids submitted without certified check or bid bond will not be accepted and exparte communication may be grounds for disqualifying the offending bidder.