Description
The University of Maryland, College Park is seeking a qualified contractor to provide tree maintenance services, including pruning, spraying, tree removal, and stump removal, for the College Park campus and nearby satellite areas. The contractor must have a Maryland Tree Expert License and/or International Society of Arboriculture License and be registered with the Maryland DNR as a Licensed Tree Expert. The contract term is for one year, with the option to renew for up to four additional one-year terms.
• The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and materials necessary to perform the tree maintenance services.
• The contractor must have a qualified English-speaking supervisor on site at all times.
• The contractor must provide 24-hour response for emergency situations.
• The contractor must comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including the ANSI A300, ANSI Z133, Maryland Tree Expert Law, and Maryland Roadside Tree Law.
• The contractor must carry a Maryland Certified Pesticide License and ensure that all applications are made with a licensed Maryland Certified Pesticide applicator.
• The contractor must have a company uniform and logo on all company trucks.
• The contractor must provide a detailed proposal, including a technical volume and a pricing volume, and must submit the proposal electronically through the designated Box folder.