Title
Tree Removal Arborist Services
Action
Action:
A. Approve contracts with the following companies for tree removal arborist services for an initial term of three years:
* Cadieu Tree Experts, Inc.,
* AAA Tree Experts, Inc.,
* The Davey Tree Expert Co., and
* Schneider Tree Care,
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for up to two, one-year terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for which the contracts were approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Phil Reiger, General Services
David Wolfe, General Services
Laurie Reid-Dukes, General Services
Explanation
* These contracts will include certified arborists removing trees identified by the City as storm damaged, diseased/deteriorated, or that pose a safety hazard to the public.
* Services include but are not limited to:
* Tree removal, stump grinding, debris removal and disposal; and
* Seeding, mulching, and cleanup.
* Multiple crews can be retained for faster, ongoing removal services, as well as quick response to storm events.
* Tree removal services support focus areas and initiatives outlined in the City Council's Urban Forest Master Plan, adopted September 25, 2017.
* On July 30, 2021, the City issued a Request for Proposals (RFP); three proposals were received. On September 9, 2021, the City re-issued a Request for Proposals (RFP); six proposals were received.
* The firms selected best meet the City's needs in terms of qualifications, experience, cost, and responsiveness to RFP requirements.
* Annual expenditures are estimated to be $1,400,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Per Charlotte Business INClusion Policy: Part C: Section 2.1(a) The City shall not establish subcontracting goals for Contracts where (a) there are no subcontracting opportunities identified for the Contract. or (b) there are no MWBEs or SBEs certified to perform the scopes of work that the City regards as realistic opportunities for subcontracting.
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