Request for Proposals for Pole Banner Installation Services (on-call)

The City of Asheville is seeking an independent contractor to provide “as‑needed” pole banner installation, removal, repair, and maintenance services throughout the city. The contractor must manage hardware, keep an up‑to‑date electronic inventory of all banner locations, and be able to respond to ad‑hoc requests for pole counts or new installations. The work includes safety compliance with both City policies and Duke Energy utility requirements, and requires the ability to work at heights using lifts and near energized utility poles. The contract is initially for one year with two optional one‑year extensions, and pricing is item‑by‑item per pole plus a one‑time inventory fee. • Install, remove, repair, and maintain city‑approved pole banners and associated hardware on an as‑needed basis. • Maintain an electronic map/database of all banner locations, hardware types, and status; provide pole counts when requested. • Perform a full field inventory of the existing 228 pole banners at contract start and deliver a baseline database. • Comply with City of Asheville and Duke Energy safety and utility clearance standards; provide required insurance and certifications. • Submit itemized per‑pole fees (installation, repair, replacement, maintenance) and a one‑time inventory fee as part of the cost proposal.