Citywide Replacement Tree Planting

The City of Cincinnati’s Parks Department is seeking a professional landscaping contractor to provide full‑service tree planting for public right‑of‑way locations. The contractor will be responsible for sourcing, transporting, planting, and guaranteeing up to 1,500 trees annually in the North, East, and West districts (Area 1) and up to 500 trees in the South district (Area 2), with seasonal splits (30 % spring, 70 % fall). Work includes site inspections, utility marking coordination, compliance with ANSI standards, site preparation, planting, mulching, watering, and a one‑year guarantee on tree health. The contract is a 17‑month initial term with two optional 12‑month renewals, and payment is made per tree successfully planted, with retainage and an administrative fee. • Up to 2,000 trees planted per year across multiple districts • Full‑service scope: labor, supervision, equipment, materials, utility coordination, permits, and post‑planting care • Mandatory pre‑season supervisor meeting; optional pre‑submission meeting on Oct 8, 2026 • Pricing per tree (firm), monthly partial billing, 10 % retainage • One‑year guarantee; replacement of dead or non‑conforming trees at contractor’s expense • Contract term: 17 months initial, with two 12‑month renewal options