Massport #IFB 27-18

Somerville Parks Tree Health Program 2027 Solicitation for Arborist Services Across 12 Parks

The City of Somerville, Massachusetts is seeking qualified contractors for its Parks Tree Health Program 2027, managed by the Public Space and Urban Forestry Department. - Scope covers comprehensive tree health assessments, work plan development, and execution of tree care services across 12 city parks - Parks include Albion Playground, Central Hill Park, Durrell Pocket Park & Community Garden, Florence Playground, Marshall Street Playground, Nunziato Field, Osgood Park, Palmacci Playground, Perry Park, Seven Hills Park, Statue Park, and Walnut Street Park - Services required: - Tree health assessments and creation of park-specific maintenance work plans - Pruning (young and large trees), staking, stake removal, bark tracing, cable inspection, cabling/bracing installation - Tree removal (including stump removal for various sizes), pest management (foliar horticultural oil, Beech Leaf Disease treatment), soil amendments, integrated pest management - Posting of no parking signs and police traffic detail for work zones - Estimated contract value is $140,000 - Contractor requirements: - Must employ certified arborists with TRAQ credentials and Massachusetts Certified Arborist certification - Compliance with ANSI standards and OSHA training - Adherence to state prevailing wage laws - Payment bond of 50% contract value required - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; focus is on professional arborist services - Notable requirement: Work plans must be approved prior to execution, and final reports submitted within three business days after park work completion

Description

This solicitation is for the Somerville Parks Tree Health Program 2027, involving comprehensive tree assessments, work plan development, and execution of tree care services across 12 parks in Somerville, Massachusetts. The project includes locations such as Albion Playground, Central Hill Park, Durrell Pocket Park & Community Garden, Florence Playground, Marshall Street Playground, Nunziato Field, Osgood Park, Palmacci Playground, Perry Park, Seven Hills Park, Statue Park, and Walnut Street Park. The estimated construction cost is $140,000. The contract commencement date is estimated to be January 5, 2027, with substantial completion by June 1, 2027, and final completion by June 15, 2027. The project may require certified arborists with TRAQ credentials, Massachusetts Certified Arborist certification, and OSHA training.

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