Description
The City of Wilmington is seeking a qualified contractor to remove eleven (11) street trees and associated stumps located on South 3rd Street, including complete root and debris removal, stump grinding to a minimum depth of 24 in., back‑filling, and site restoration. The contractor must protect all underground utilities, adhere to OSHA‑compliant safety and traffic‑control standards, and handle daily debris disposal at no extra cost to the City. All traffic‑control expenses will be funded by the North Carolina Department of Transportation and must not be billed by the contractor. Proposals are evaluated on a weighted “best‑value” basis emphasizing qualifications, equipment, references, and price.
• Remove each tree in its entirety, grind each stump to 24 in. depth (or complete removal), back‑fill and compact the excavation using on‑site material.
• Provide utility protection (contact NC 811) and ensure no damage to adjacent property; contractor liable for any damages.
• Submit a firm, itemized price per tree/stump, comply with insurance, E‑Verify, and MBE/DBE outreach requirements; deadline for proposals June 4, 2026.