TREE WATERING & MAINTENANCE - SPRING/SUMMER 2026

The City of Charlottesville is seeking a contractor to provide tree watering and maintenance services for 373 trees in various locations across the city. The contractor will be responsible for watering, site inspections, mulching, and staking of trees. The contract period is from March 15, 2026, to October 31, 2026. The city encourages the participation of small and micro businesses, businesses owned by women, minorities, or veterans, and employment services organizations in the City's procurement opportunities. • The contractor will perform a minimum of 7 and a maximum of 20 watering events. • Each watering event should average between 15-20 gallons of water per tree. • The contractor shall secure and purchase water throughout the length of the contract. • Site inspections shall occur at the same time as watering events. • The contractor shall report the condition and location of any trees that appear to be dead, damaged, or diseased to the Parks and Recreation Urban Forester.