Title
Tree Plantings at Parks, Facilities, Ponds and Parkways - Fall 2021
History
RFQ #21-007 “Tree Services 2021-2023” was issued by the Public Works Department on January 25, 2021, to establish a list of qualified contractors from which to solicit proposals for various Village tree-related projects, including tree installation, removal, trimming, stump removal, and emergency storm services. On March 1, 2021, six (6) tree contractors were approved by the Village Board, and master agreements were established with each.
On August 20, 2021, all six (6) pre-qualified contractors were issued a “Fall, 2021 Tree Planting List”. This list detailed the quantity, species, size (caliper), and location within the Village (park, facility, pond, and parkway) where one-hundred and twenty-four (124) new trees are to be planted. The planting list was compiled by the Village Forester in collaboration with Village residents. The majority (90%) of these new plantings are replacements for parkway trees that were removed by the Village due to senescence (old age), disease, or vehicular damage. A summary of the tree planting quantities and locations is provided below:
Parkway - 112 Trees
Park - 12 Trees
Facility - 1 Tree
Pond (Shoreline) - 1 Tree
By the close of the proposal period on September 3, 2021, three (3) contractors had submitted proposals, while three (3) contractors notified the Village that they would not be bidding on the project. All three (3) proposals are attached for reference. A summary of the proposal prices is provided below:
Mid-America Tree and Landscape, Inc.: $44,665.00
Beary Landscape, Inc. (on behalf of Homer Tree Care): $66,000.00
Davey Tree Expert Company: $100,750.00
It should be noted that Beary Landscape is not a pre-qualified tree contractor. However as Homer Tree Care does not install trees, Beary Landscape submitted on Homer Tree Care’s behalf. Based on proposal pricing, staff recommends accepting the proposal from Mid-America Tree and Lands...
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