Tree Inventory

The City of Council Bluffs, Iowa is seeking qualified, insured contractors to perform a comprehensive tree inventory for the city’s parks and public right‑of‑way areas. The contract will be awarded on a unit price‑per‑tree basis, with the selected vendor required to provide all personnel, supervision, equipment, GPS mapping, data collection, and deliver a software‑ready dataset. The work cannot begin until November 1 2026 and the unit price must be honored for one year; additional trees may be added if extra funding becomes available. Bids over $40,000 must include a bid bond equal to 5 % of the total bid. The city requires proof of an active ISA Certified Arborist certification and compliance with numerous federal, state, and local regulations. • Scope: Field data collection, GPS location, species identification, health assessment, and delivery of a GIS‑compatible database for all city trees. • Pricing: Fixed price‑per‑tree; bid evaluated solely on unit cost. • Contract term: One‑year price guarantee; possible supplemental task orders within that year. • Start date: No earlier than 11/01/2026. • Mandatory requirements: ISA Certified Arborist supervision, bid bond (if > $40 k), proof of insurance, debarment certification, and compliance with ADA, environmental, and equal‑opportunity statutes. • Submission: Electronic only via IonWave; deadline 10/05/2026 10:00 AM CT. • Contact: City Purchasing Office, (712) 890‑5271.