Santa Clara Valley Water District PlanetBids #140557

Lower Guadalupe River Dead Tree Removal Project – Contractor Sought for Manual Tree Removal and Site Restoration

Santa Clara Valley Water District (Valley Water) is seeking a contractor for the Lower Guadalupe River Dead Tree Removal project in San Jose, California. - Government Buyer: - Santa Clara Valley Water District (Valley Water) - Scope of Work: - Removal of up to 206 standing dead trees from riparian habitat between Montague Expressway and Highway 101 - Preparation of a Tree Removal Strategy Plan - Field marking and verification of trees with Valley Water staff - Photographing and geolocating each removed tree - Maintenance of project records in a geodatabase - Products/Services Requested: - Manual tree removal using chainsaws (leave 2-3 foot stump) - Removal of all felled material from the channel (carrying, winching, or crane-lifting) - Chipping, hauling, and off-site disposal of debris - Traffic control services (120 full days) - Project mobilization, administration, insurance, and bonds - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with environmental protection and Valley Water biological clearance procedures - Adherence to safety controls, access restrictions, and best management practices - Contractor must have a valid California C-49 Tree and Palm Contractor license - Must have an ISA Certified Arborist on staff - Minimum five years of experience in riparian habitats and environmental permit compliance - Electronic bid security submission via Surety2000 or Tinubu - Mandatory pre-bid meeting - No specific OEMs or branded equipment are mentioned, as this is a service-based contract.

Description

Valley Water is soliciting bids for the Lower Guadalupe River Dead Tree Removal project, which involves removing up to 206 standing dead trees from riparian habitat between Montague Expressway and Highway 101 in San Jose. The contractor must prepare a Tree Removal Strategy Plan, field mark and verify trees, photograph and geolocate each removed tree, maintain project records, and perform manual tree removal with chainsaws. The work includes carrying, winching, or crane-lifting felled material, chipping, hauling, and disposing of all cut material off site, while complying with environmental protection requirements and safety controls. The project requires a valid California C-49 Tree and Palm Contractor license, an ISA Certified Arborist on staff, and at least five years of relevant experience.

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