Tacoma Cityoftacoma #ES26-0094F

City of Tacoma Solicits Arborist Consulting Services for Urban Forestry Projects

The City of Tacoma Environmental Services Department, Urban Forestry division, is seeking proposals for arborist consulting services to support City projects. - Government Buyer: - City of Tacoma, Environmental Services Department, Urban Forestry - Scope of Services: - Arborist consulting services including: - Tree risk assessments (Basic, Limited Visual, Advanced) - Tree appraisals - On-call assessments - Design and construction consulting - Expert testimony - Professional recommendations for tree management - On-site and virtual consultations - Deliverables: detailed reports, photos, and assessment forms - Certifications Required: - Arborists must hold International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) certifications - Contract Details: - Not-to-exceed value: $350,000 - Initial term: 3 years, with two optional 1-year renewals (up to 5 years total) - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on sustainability and equity in contracting - Compliance with Washington State paid sick leave, ADA accessibility, and Title VI non-discrimination - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named; this is a service-based solicitation

Description

This solicitation is issued by the City of Tacoma, Washington, seeking proposals for arborist consulting services. The scope includes conducting tree risk assessments, tree appraisals, and providing consulting advice for City projects. Interested bidders are encouraged to review the specification document and register for the bid holders list. The estimated contract value is approximately $350,000, and the response deadline is August 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time.

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