Description
The City of Marion issued a competitive procurement for a disaster‑recovery tree‑planting effort, requiring the supply and installation of over one‑thousand trees, extensive watering infrastructure, temporary traffic‑control services, and mobilization support. Five vendors submitted bids, each providing a 5 % bid surety and confirming receipt of any addenda. The engineer’s cost estimate for the full scope is $456,768, while bidder totals range from roughly $313 k to $488 k. No award or contract‑execution dates are disclosed.
• Scope: Supply and plant 1,138 trees, install watering equipment for 20,484 units, provide temporary traffic‑control and mobilization services.
• Budget: Engineer’s estimate $456,768; bidder totals $313‑$488 k.
• Timeline: Bids were due January 13 2026 at 10 AM; no start‑up or completion dates provided.
• Vendors: Five bidders (Zillmer Tree Management DBA Legacy‑Trees, CLK Lawn Care LLC, Alpha Landscapes LLC, Absolute Concrete Construction Inc., Landscaping Solutions of Iowa LLC).
• Procurement status: Bid tabulation only; award decision not indicated.