University of Kansas Ionwave #3143224 Addendum 1

University of Kansas On-Call Tree Removal and Stump Grinding Services Across Multiple Campuses

The University of Kansas is seeking qualified suppliers for on-call tree removal and stump grinding services across all university-owned properties, including: - KU-Lawrence, KU-Edwards, KU-Medical Center, and the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center - Services required: - Removal of dead, diseased, hazardous, storm-damaged, and unwanted trees - Stump grinding to specified depths, including surface root removal - Debris removal, chipping, hauling, and site restoration to pre-removal condition - Emergency tree removal with rapid response (2-24 hours) - Coordination with utilities for safe operations - Initial need includes removal of 36 trees at KU-Lawrence - Contract details: - Three-year base period with two optional one-year renewals - Pricing locked for 12 months; annual increases capped at 3% or CPI - Multiple suppliers may be awarded to ensure full coverage - Minimum supplier qualifications: - ISA or KAA arborist certification - At least five years of commercial or municipal tree service experience - Ability to operate specialized equipment (bucket trucks, cranes, stump grinders, woodchippers) - Compliance with OSHA safety standards and proof of insurance - Sustainability practices such as recycling wood debris and minimizing soil disturbance are encouraged - No specific OEMs or named vendors are identified in the solicitation

Description

The University of Kansas (KU) is soliciting electronic bids from qualified suppliers to provide on-call tree removal and stump grinding services across multiple university-owned properties including KU-Lawrence, KU-Edwards, KU-Medical Center, and Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center. The scope includes removal of dead, diseased, hazardous, storm-damaged, and unwanted trees, stump grinding, debris removal, site restoration, emergency services, and utility coordination. The contract period is three years with two one-year optional renewals, and pricing should be locked for 12 months with limited annual increases. Multiple suppliers will be awarded to meet the needs of all campus properties.

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