ALB Tree Removal, Deregulation, restoration - South Carolina

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking a contractor to provide tree removal, deregulation, and restoration services in Hollywood and Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The goal of the South Carolina ALB Program is to eradicate the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) from all known infested areas and prevent its spread. The contractor will be responsible for removing infested and high-risk host trees, restoring the removal site to conditions comparable or better than before, and providing all necessary personnel, equipment, and supplies. The contract will cover tree removal services in various areas, including housing developments, wetlands, woodlots, and industrial areas. • The contractor must provide a signed SF1449 and acknowledgement of amendments as part of their proposal package. • The contractor must comply with all federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the work being performed. • The contractor must obtain any necessary licenses and permits and pay for all incidental expenses. • The contractor must provide a Removal Work Plan (RWP) and obtain approval from the USDA before starting work. • The contractor must restore the removal site to conditions comparable or better than before, including topsoil replacement, seed sowing, and tree replacement when necessary.