Opportunity
Ames Ionwave #2026-139
Tree Watering Services for City of Ames Right-of-Way Areas
Posted
May 28, 2026
Respond By
June 11, 2026
Identifier
2026-139
NAICS
561730
The City of Ames Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a contractor to provide watering services for 90 trees located in right-of-way areas throughout the city. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames, Parks and Recreation Department, Finance Office at City Hall - Products/Services Requested: - Watering service for 90 trees in right-of-way areas - Each tree to be watered twice every 7 to 10 days - Approximately 5 gallons per watering (10-15 gallons per cycle) - Monthly progress reports required detailing watering activities and tree health - Service to be performed at various city locations as directed by the City Forester - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Watering may be skipped if at least one inch of rainfall occurs, with City approval - Contractor must attend a pre-work meeting and comply with local business certification, tax exemption, insurance, and reporting provisions - Care must be taken to avoid damage to turf, sidewalks, utilities, and adjacent property - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a service contract only
Description
The City of Ames is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to provide watering services for ninety (90) trees located in Right-of-Way areas at various locations within the City of Ames for the Parks and Recreation Department. The contract requires watering each tree twice within every 7 to 10 day period, providing approximately 10 to 15 gallons of water per tree per period, unless sufficient rainfall occurs. The contract period extends through October 15, 2026, and includes requirements for monthly progress reports and a pre-work meeting. Bidders must submit responses before the deadline and cannot withdraw bids for 60 days after closing.