Ash Tree Removal in Boulevards West of Mesaba

The City of Duluth is seeking sealed Bids from licensed tree service contractors for the removal of approximately 158 ash trees within the City of Duluth. Due to the potential dollar amount of this project sealed bids are required. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Removal will include all of the above-ground portions of the tree. Stump height will be no more than 4". In addition, the successful bidder is responsible for traffic control around each removal, and if needed, coordinating with above-ground utilities. The scope of work is anticipated to be those locations identified in the bid form, but is subject to change. To view trees located at the Zoo please contact Forrest Michaels at 715-338-4013 or fmichaels@lszoo.org between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM. All trees at the zoo that are behind a fence (notably around the intersection of Kingsbury Creek and Grand Ave and behind the cougar and black bear exhibits) only require marked trees to be dropped but not removed from the site. All main boles must be touching the ground and no branches are to be left higher than 2' from the ground. Stump requirements remain the same. All trees to be removed on this contract are marked with a purple X. Work must be completed by April 30th, 2024. The awarded bidder will be required to sign the City standard service agreement, a copy of which is attached. A construction contract will not be issued for this project, and prevailing wages are not required. This project is funded in whole or in part by a grant from the State of Minnesota. The attached general conditions and supplementary provisions are applicable to this project. Work may commence December 1, 2022 or upon receipt of a fully executed agreement Please submit any questions regarding this project by Monday, November 21, 2022 via email to purchasing@duluthmn.gov. Responses will be sent to all invited contractors.

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