Description
The City of Wilmington is soliciting bids to provide complete tree‑planting services for its FY 25 city‑wide program. The scope includes supplying, planting, watering, mulching, staking, pruning, and an 18‑month warranty for approximately 464 trees of 47 different species across the city. Bidders must submit unit‑price proposals for each species, comply with municipal insurance requirements, and adhere to strict work‑hour and utility‑call protocols. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a 10 % retention hold and payment within 30 days of approved invoicing.
• Scope: 464 trees, full installation + 18‑month maintenance, multiple species, mulch, watering, pruning, and damage repair.
• Timeline: Bids due 12 Dec 2024; work must be completed within 60 days after the selected start date.
• Requirements: Insurance (CGL, WC, Auto), 10 % retention, tree‑survival guarantee, NC One‑Call before digging, MBE/WBE participation encouraged.
• Award criteria: Lowest responsive and responsible bid covering all items.
• Contact: Project Manager Aaron Reese (910‑341‑0078), Sr. Contract Specialist Christine Karem ([email protected]).