Saratoga Springs Civicplus #RFP 2026-06

Saratoga Springs Urban Forestry Tree Planting Project (Tree Canopy Project)

This opportunity involves the City of Saratoga Springs, NY seeking qualified vendors for a multi-year Urban Forestry Tree Planting Project to enhance the city's tree canopy. - Government Buyer: - City of Saratoga Springs, Department of Public Works (procurement managed by Department of Accounts) - Project Scope: - Planting approximately 300 balled and burlapped deciduous trees (2–2.5 inch caliper) in public rights-of-way and city-owned trails - Focus on Environmental Justice Areas and locations impacted by Ash tree removal - Services include supply, planting, mulching, watering, and a one-year warranty for tree survival and replacement - All work must comply with ANSI A300 planting standards and NYS DEC minimum standards - Products Requested: - Wide variety of tree species, including American Basswood, American Beech, American Elm (DED resistant), Black Birch, Bur Oak, Ginkgo (male only), London Planetree, Northern Red Oak, River Birch, White Oak, and more (see full list below) - All trees must be 2–2.5 inch caliper, balled and burlapped - Unique Requirements: - One-year warranty for all trees, requiring replacement if trees do not survive - Emphasis on quality tree stock suitable for USDA hardiness zones 2b–5b - Vendors must follow official bid submission procedures and comply with New York State Finance Law - No Specific OEMs or Vendors Named: - Open to qualified tree suppliers, nurseries, and landscaping contractors - Period of Performance: - Three-year contract, with work commencing in late spring and completion by early summer three years later - Includes a one-year warranty period for tree survival and replacement - Place of Performance: - City of Saratoga Springs, NY (public rights-of-way and city-owned trails) - Main address: 474 Broadway Suite 14, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Description

The City of Saratoga Springs is soliciting proposals for the Tree Canopy Project, specifically for an Urban Forestry Tree Planting initiative. This Request for Proposal (RFP) invites bidders to submit sealed bids for the project, which aims to enhance the city's tree canopy. Bids must be submitted by April 28, 2026, and will be publicly opened and read at that time. Detailed requirements and submission instructions are provided in the attached RFP document available on the city's website.

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