Young Tree Maintenance, 2026

The City of Providence, Rhode Island, is soliciting bids for "Young Tree Maintenance, 2026" (Procurement/MinuteTraq #: 52771). The bid package includes several forms and requirements that must be submitted by the deadline of May 4, 2026, at 2:15 P.M. Key points to note: 1. **Bid Submission**: Bidders must submit two copies of their bid in sealed envelopes, labeled with the item description and city department, and include the company name and address on the envelope. 2. **Forms and Requirements**: The bid package must include: * Bid Form 1: Bidder's Blank * Bid Form 2: Certification of Bidder * Bid Form 3: Certificate Regarding Public Records * Bid Form 4: Affidavit of City Vendor * Forms from the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program (if applicable) * Bidder's Proposal/Packet, including pricing information and details related to the goods or services being provided 3. **Questions and Contacts**: Questions should be directed to the specified contacts: * Purchasing Department for process-related questions * MBE/WBE Outreach Director for Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program-related questions * City Forester for specification-related questions 4. **Bid Terms**: * No financial assurance is required for this bid * Awards will be made within 90 days of bid opening * All bid prices will be considered firm unless qualified otherwise 5. **Evaluation Criteria**: The Board of Contract and Supply will make the award to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder, considering factors such as price, quality, and responsibility. 6. **Important Dates**: * Deadline for questions submissions: April 23, 2026 * Bid opening date: May 4, 2026, at 2:15 P.M. Bidders must carefully review the bid package and submit all required documents by the specified deadline to be considered for the contract. Failure to meet the requirements may result in disqualification or inability to evaluate the bid.