CanadaBuys #TOK202618

Kentville Urban Forest Management Plan Services Solicitation

The Town of Kentville in Nova Scotia is seeking professional services to develop and implement an Urban Forest Management Plan. - Government Buyer: - Town of Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada - Scope of Work: - Develop and implement an Urban Forest Management Plan - Address climate-related risks such as extreme heat, drought, and invasive species (notably Hemlock Woolly Adelgid) - Conduct data collection to inform strategic tree planting and conservation - Manage urban forests, including the Gorge, Ravine, street trees, and parks - Control Hemlock Woolly Adelgid using natural methods, with immediate priorities for chemical protection of hemlock stands until sustainable solutions are available - Products/Services Requested: - Urban forest management consulting services (no specific products or OEMs listed) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on climate adaptation and invasive species management - Focus on both immediate and long-term solutions for hemlock protection - Open competitive bidding under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation

Description

The Town of Kentville is seeking proposals for an Urban Forest Management Plan to address climate-related risks such as extreme heat, drought, and invasive species impacting its tree canopy. The scope includes data collection to support strategic planting and conservation, management of urban forests including the Gorge, Ravine, street trees, and parks, and control of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid using natural methods. Immediate priorities involve safeguarding hemlock stands with chemical solutions until sustainable options are available. The contract duration is 14 months.

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