Care & Removal of Trees - HWY

The County of Ontario is soliciting sealed‑bid proposals for the “Care & Removal of Trees – HWY” project, which involves pruning, topping, felling, stump grinding, debris removal, and site restoration along county highways. Bids must be submitted in hard‑copy form by 11:00 a.m. on 21 Oct 2026. The contract term is one calendar year (01 Jan 2027 – 31 Dec 2027) with an option to renew for up to two additional 12‑month periods. Vendors must provide two aerial‑lift trucks (≥55 ft reach), a certified arborist, and comply with NYS prevailing‑wage, OSHA, and safety standards. Payment is unit‑price based for standard work and hourly for miscellaneous/emergency services. • Sealed‑bid IFB # B27003; hard‑copy only • Bid deadline 21 Oct 2026, bid opening via Webex • Contract term 1 year, renewable twice • Required equipment: ≥2 bucket trucks with insulated booms, certified arborist • Scope: tree pruning, removal, stump grinding, debris disposal, traffic protection, utility coordination • Prevailing‑wage and OSHA 10‑hour training required • Payment: unit‑price for standard items, hourly rates for misc/emergency work