This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Geneva, Illinois. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Tree trimming within the borders of the City of Geneva. All electric lines will remain energized. Trimming shall be done at the request of the City's Superintendent of Electrical Services or his representative within a reasonable time frame for non-emergency trimming and within 2 hours for emergency requests. For emergency requests, the successful contractor will provide at least 2 crews, if requested. No tree trimming shall be done that is requested by a resident or business owner while tree trimming for the City requested work unless pre-approved by the Superintendent of Electrical Services or his representative, in writing. The City may request tree trimming in additional areas if funds are available. The contract consists of trimming under the overhead electric lines in various areas within the borders of the City of Geneva. All electric lines will remain energized. Trimming shall be done at the request of the City of Geneva within a reasonable time frame for non-emergency trimming and within 2 hours for emergency requests. For emergency requests, the contractor will provide at least 2 crews if requested. No additional trimming shall be done that is requested by a resident or business while trimming for City requested work unless pre-approved by the Superintendent of Electrical Services or his representative. The bids will be awarded on lowest total crew cost per hour with consideration given to experience, quality of work, and ability to complete the job in the specified time frame. The successful bidder must follow all applicable ANSI and OSHA standards for safety and quality tree trimming work. This contract is a 24 month contract with an alternate third year option. The budgeted amount for the two year contract is $215,000.00 per year Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond signed by a surety company authorized to do business in the State of Illinois, or by a cashier's check or certified check in the amount of five thousand ($5,000.00) dollars. A performance bond in the amount of one (1) year's allocation ($215,000.00) will be required upon award of this contract. If you have any questions, please call Jose Ruiz, Manager of Electric Operations, or myself at (630) 232-1503. The City of Geneva, IL reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive technicalities.