Invitation to Bid
Tree Removal/Canopy Restoration
The City of High Springs is now accepting bids for the removal of marked / [1] dead trees located in the wooded area of our Sports Complex (Exhibit A). In addition to the removal of trees[2] , stumps are[3] to be removed / ground with the work area returned to grade.[4] Additionally, a park like grade canopy of 15’ is to be established in the entire Exhibit A area for trees that remain. [5] Debris, including the debris currently on the ground, are[6] to be hauled off to the other side of the parcel and stacked for disposal[7] . (Exhibit B).[8] The City will be responsible for final disposal. [9] Trees / stumps scheduled for removal [10] are marked with an X in spray paint. All growth, with a diameter of less than 4”, [11] below the desired 15 foot canopy will need to be removed. The debris dump area will be marked with spray paint as well.
Licensed and insured tree removal companies are invited to submit bids for the desired work. [12] Bids should include an estimate of time required (start to finish) along with an estimated start date. [13] Our desired project date would run from 3/25-3/29 or 4/1-4/5.
Questions can be directed to the Parks and Recreation Director Robert Basford at [email protected]. Interested bidders should submit SEALED bids marked, “Sports Complex Tree Removal” along with proof of licensing and worker’s compensation insurance to: City Manager, City of High Springs, 23718 W US HWY 27, High Springs, Florida 32643 no later than 2:00 p.m., March 7 2019.
THE CITY OF HIGH SPRINGS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS. THE CITY ALSO RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT THE BID WHICH IS IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE CITY, WHICH MAY OR MAY NOT BE, THE LOWEST BID.
