City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #2025-02

Award for Emergency Storm Relief Tree Trimming Services (2026-2028) – Halifax Electric Membership Corporation

This award covers emergency storm relief tree trimming services for Halifax Electric Membership Corporation (HEMC) in North Carolina for 2026-2028. - Government Buyer: - Halifax Electric Membership Corporation (HEMC), headquartered in Enfield, NC - Operations Department involved in contract management - Awarded Vendor/OEM: - Xylem Tree Experts (primary service provider) - Services Requested: - Emergency restoration tree trimming services to support power restoration after hurricanes, ice storms, and tornadoes - All necessary labor and equipment for storm response - Contractors must provide hourly rates for crews and equipment, detail pay calculations, and submit a list of available equipment - Notable Requirements: - Three-year contract with annual price adjustment provisions (fixed percentage or CPI) - Maximum contract ceiling of $1 million for the Master Professional Services Agreement - Compliance with FEMA requirements, including equal opportunity competitive process - Comprehensive insurance coverage required (general liability, excess liability, auto, workers' compensation) - Execution of HEMC's FEMA-compliant Master Professional Services Agreement - No specific part numbers or fixed quantities; services are billed hourly as needed - Place of Performance: - HEMC service territory in northeastern North Carolina, including Martin, Nash, Halifax, and Warren Counties - Main office at 208 W. Whitfield St., Enfield, NC 27823

Description

Halifax Electric Membership Corporation (HEMC) issued an Invitation to Bid (RFP #2025-02) for emergency restoration tree trimming services related to storm damage for the years 2026 through 2028. The contractor is required to provide all labor and equipment necessary to restore power after storms such as hurricanes, ice storms, and tornadoes. The contract allows for price adjustments annually and requires compliance with insurance and contracting requirements. The award was made to Xylem Tree Experts.

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