# Tacoma Cityoftacoma #ES26-0094F

City of Tacoma Solicits Arborist Consulting Services for Tree Risk Assessment and Appraisal

**Posted:** August 04, 2026
**Respond By:** August 03, 2026
**Identifier:** ES26-0094F
**NAICS:** 541320, 115310, 541620

The City of Tacoma Environmental Services Department, Urban Forestry division, is seeking proposals for professional 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 and emergency assessments (one business day response required)
    - Advanced diagnostic testing (e.g., micro-resistance drilling, sonic tomography)
    - Consulting for design, construction, and tree management
    - Expert testimony and after-hours services
    - Preparation of detailed reports, photos, and assessment forms
- Requirements:
  - Arborists must hold ISA and TRAQ certifications
  - Compliance with prevailing wage laws
  - Travel costs must be included in hourly rates
  - Emphasis on sustainability and equity in contracting
- Contract Details:
  - Not-to-exceed value: $350,000
  - Three-year base term with two optional one-year renewals (up to five years total)
  - Fixed rates during base term; possible adjustments during renewals
- No specific OEMs or product vendors are named; this is a service-based solicitation

### Description

This solicitation is for Arborist Consulting Services to conduct tree risk assessments, tree appraisals, and provide consulting advice for City projects. The contract has an estimated value of $350,000. The City of Tacoma requires all employers to provide paid sick leave in accordance with State of Washington law. The solicitation includes a pre-proposal meeting and detailed specifications available in the provided documents.

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