The City of Spokane awarded an on‑call arborist services contract to provide tree‑care, pruning, removal, and emergency response support for various city departments. The work may be funded partially by American Rescue Plan (ARPA) and/or FEMA funds, requiring the contractor to sign specific ARPA certification forms and comply with related federal requirements. Bidders were evaluated on a base price, with the awardee’s final price reported as $5,516.10. This contract is a public‑work ITB (Invitation to Bid) and reflects a single‑award, firm‑fixed‑price arrangement.
• Scope: On‑call tree expert services (pruning, removal, emergency response) for City of Spokane departments.
• Funding: Potential ARPA and FEMA contributions, mandating additional certifications.
• Award: The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company, awarded on 19 June 2025, based on a base price of $5,516.10.
• Procurement: Full and open competition under a public‑work ITB, with bidding closed on 23 Sept 2024.