Capital City Path Phases 5 and 6 Tree Removal

This contract awards a fixed‑price lump‑sum to remove trees along the Capital City Path (Phases 5 & 6) in Madison, WI. The work is limited to handheld‑tool tree removal within a defined corridor, requires coordination with multiple utilities and the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad, and must be completed within a 60‑day window. The City of Madison (Board of Public Works) solicited bids publicly, received three qualified offers, and selected Interstate Tree Landscaping Company for $47,675. The contractor must comply with numerous safety, environmental, and affirmative‑action requirements and provide a bid bond of at least 5 % of the price. • Scope: Hand‑tool tree removal, tree‑lifting, and limited clearing (no heavy equipment) along ~3,700 ft of right‑of‑way. • Schedule: Work may begin within 7 days after receipt of a start‑work letter; must be finished by Dec 5 2026 (60 days) or March 15 2027 whichever occurs first. • Requirements: Coordination with ATC, Sprint, WI DOA, and WSOR; WSOR flag‑person presence; bid bond; special insurance; substance‑abuse program; affirmative‑action reporting.