IFB Tree Trimming, Pruning, and Removal Services in Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa, Merced, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne Counties

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive tree‑trimming, pruning, and removal services across eight Central‑Sierra counties. The contractor must supply all labor, tools, equipment, traffic‑control, permits, disposal, and related incidentals, working both routinely and on‑call to maintain Caltrans‑owned properties outside the right‑of‑way. The contract is a three‑year agreement with a maximum bid ceiling of $484,000 and requires specific certifications, including CSLB tree‑service licenses, ISA arborist certification, OSHA line‑clearance certification, NCCCO crane‑operator certification, and a traffic‑control license. The work includes stump grinding, chipping, debris clean‑up, and compliance with state waste‑recycling statutes. • Scope covers Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa, Merced, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne counties. • Contractor must maintain a crew with both ground and aerial personnel, provide equipment (personnel hoist, crane/hoist), and respond to service requests within 48 hours (routine) or 8 hours (non‑routine). • Mandatory certifications/licensure and insurance/bond requirements; small‑business and DVBE participation incentives are outlined.