Description
The City of San Mateo is seeking a qualified contractor to provide full‑service pruning of 240 Eucalyptus trees located throughout municipal parks. The contract requires compliance with California prevailing‑wage rules, possession of appropriate state contractor licenses (C‑27 or C‑61/D‑49), OSHA aerial‑equipment certification, and an ISA‑certified arborist on‑site. Work must begin after award and be completed no later than March 1 2027, following a detailed scope that includes safety plans, tool sanitation, daily inspections, public notifications, and monthly progress invoicing. The contractor may not subcontract any portion of the work and must carry specified insurance and bonding.
• Prune 240 Eucalyptus trees to ANSI A300 and ISA best‑practice standards
• Complete work by 03/01/2027 (≈5 months)
• Provide daily safety inspections and weekly work summaries to the Managing Arborist
• Must hold a valid California C‑27 or C‑61/D‑49 license and OSHA aerial‑equipment certification
• Prevailing‑wage compliance required; proof of registration with DIR needed
• No subcontracting permitted; insurance and bonding per Exhibit C mandatory
• Monthly invoicing; $100/day liquidated damages for late completion