Title
Tree Purchase and Planting 2014-2016 RFP Results
History
Six (6) companies responded to our Request for Proposal for tree purchase and planting for the years 2014-2016. Mid America Tree and Landscape submitted the low proposal for tree planting. Due to the Emerald Ash Borer infestation, the Village will be replacing up to 2,300 trees per year. Mid America has had the tree planting contract for the past 10 years and has performed well for the Village. Mid America is quoting a cost of $200 per tree regardless of the species with a $5 per year increase for subsequent years. The quote is well below the average cost per tree in the area. The 2013 price was $180 per tree.
On January 20, 2014, this item was reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Committee, recommended for approval, and referred to the Village Board of Trustees for consideration.
Financial Impact
The funds will come from the PW and Parks account 054-0000-470700 budgeted amount of $1,072,125 (these funds also include tree removal) and 283-4003-464800 budgeted amount of $9,000.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move approve accepting the low proposal for Tree Purchase and Planting 2014-2016 to Mid America Tree and Landscape at a cost not to exceed the quoted prices.