Description
This solicitation calls for a city‑wide tree and stump removal program for fiscal year 2026 in Wilmington, NC. The contractor will remove 22 complete trees (including roots) and grind 106 additional stumps to at least 24 in. depth, back‑filling and compacting the excavated areas, and disposing of all debris off‑site each day. The work must be performed within a 60‑day window after a start order, with utility locates, traffic coordination, and protection of adjacent property required. The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder, evaluated on qualifications, equipment, references, price, and M/WBE outreach.
• Scope: 22 trees + 106 stumps, full extraction, grinding to 24 in., daily debris removal.
• Schedule: Start within 10 days of order; complete within 60 days; mandatory pre‑bid walk‑through Nov 10 2025.
• Requirements: Business registration, licenses, insurance (≥ $1 M GL, $500 k EL), E‑Verify, non‑collusion affidavit, references, equipment meeting OSHA/ANSI standards.
• Evaluation: 40 % qualifications, 20 % assets/equipment, 20 % references, 10 % price, 10 % M/WBE outreach.
• Procurement: Full and open competition; lowest responsible bidder; bids sealed, due Nov 25 2025, 3 PM.