Description
This solicitation establishes a three‑year on‑call master agreement for tree‑service work (removal, pruning, stump grinding) for the City of Wilmington, NC, with the possibility of two one‑year extensions. The City will issue individual task orders; contractors must price each order, begin work within 24 hours for emergencies or within 30 days for non‑emergencies, and invoice upon satisfactory completion. The scope includes compliance with ANSI A300 and Z133 standards, utility protection, property protection, and strict safety and environmental regulations. The contract is funded partly by FEMA and requires the contractor to hold appropriate North Carolina licensing, insurance, and certifications. Evaluation heavily weights qualifications (40 %) and equipment capability (20 %).
• Provides emergency (24‑hr response) and routine (30‑day start, 60‑day finish) tree services.
• Requires a minimum capacity of ~25 trees plus stumps per 30‑day period.
• Contractor must submit five hard copies plus an electronic copy, and meet insurance and certification thresholds.
• Historical spend on similar services exceeds $100 K annually, indicating a modest but continuous workload.