2027 PROFESSIONAL SERVICE-LICENSED TREE EXPERT

The Township of Hamilton (Mercer County, NJ) is seeking a qualified individual or firm to serve as a Licensed Tree Expert for the 2027 fiscal year. The consultant will provide professional tree‑related services—including tree health assessments, preservation planning, species selection, regulatory compliance, and on‑site advisory work—throughout the municipality. The contract runs from January 1 2027 to December 31 2027 and will be awarded at a Council meeting in January 2027. Proposals must be submitted by October 22 2026, with questions due by October 16 2026. Applicants must submit a full set of required forms (insurance certificates, non‑collusion affidavit, NJ business registration, affirmative‑action compliance, etc.) and provide at least three references, two of which must be municipal. • Scope: Tree health inspections, urban forestry planning, emergency tree removal guidance, compliance with NJ tree ordinances, and preparation of reports for the Township. • Contract term: 12 months (Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2027). • Submission deadline: 10/22/2026 10:00 AM ET; questions due 10/16/2026 12:00 PM ET. • Award: January 2027 Council meeting. • Required qualifications: Licensed arborist/tree expert, NJ professional liability insurance, workers’ comp, general liability, and automotive liability coverage; affirmative‑action certification; NJ Business Registration Certificate. • Mandatory attachments: Proposal sheet, ownership disclosure, insurance acknowledgment, non‑collusion affidavit, W‑9, references, and all NJ‑specific compliance forms. • Evaluation criteria: Qualifications, experience, certifications, cost competitiveness, and past performance.