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Ocala Solicits Palm Inoculation and Tree Growth Regulator Services

The City of Ocala is seeking qualified vendors to provide specialized tree care services for its urban forest management program. - Government Buyer: - City of Ocala, Purchasing Department - Products/Services Requested: - Palm tree inoculation services to prevent or treat Lethal Bronzing Disease - Cambistat growth regulator application for mature shade trees - General canopy tree care and maintenance - OEMs and Vendors: - Cambistat (required product for growth regulation) - No specific OEMs or vendors named for inoculation services - Requirements: - Vendors must be licensed Certified Arborists in Florida - Minimum two years of experience in palm inoculation and Cambistat treatments - Documentation of arborist certification and relevant experience required - All labor, equipment, and supervision must be provided by the vendor - Notable Details: - Focus on early detection, antibiotic inoculation, and growth regulation - Services target high-value palms and mature shade trees in city parks and public spaces - Contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals

Description

The City of Ocala is seeking a qualified vendor to provide professional palm inoculation services and Cambistat treatments for selected trees. The services include all labor, equipment, and supervision necessary to protect tree health, extend canopy lifespan, and preserve the quality and appearance of public spaces. The city manages a diverse urban forest with high-value palms vulnerable to Lethal Bronzing Disease and mature shade trees requiring ongoing care. Treatments involve early detection, antibiotic inoculation, and growth regulation with Cambistat. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals.

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