The City of Vancouver has entered into a services agreement with PlanIT Geo, Inc. to conduct a public tree inventory. The contract involves collecting and recording data on an estimated 55,000 trees located on public property right-of-way. The contractor will utilize mobile GIS software to inventory the trees and provide a final inventory database. The contract also includes tasks such as identifying potential planting sites and providing a resource analysis summary report. The contract term is from January 24, 2025, to May 31, 2026, with an option to renew for up to five years. The contract value is $300,000. Key aspects of the contract include:
• Tree inventory data collection using mobile GIS software
• Identification of potential planting sites
• Resource analysis summary report
• Urban forest health assessment and recommendations
• Tree benefit analysis
• Summary of maintenance needs
• Deliverables include a final inventory database, inventory report, and resource analysis summary report
• Payment terms include a maximum compensation of $300,000, with invoices submitted monthly
• The contract includes provisions for indemnification, insurance, and termination.