Carteret County Government is seeking proposals for an ISA Certified Arborist to assess and implement the structural safety of the existing trees at the Carteret County Courthouse located at 302 Courthouse Square, Beaufort, NC 28516. The Contractor shall provide an approximant cost to inspect and assess all trees on the Courthouse grounds to determine and implement the proper steps to take to eliminate any potential hazards and prolong tree life. o If the Contractor determines a tree requires complete removal, the Contractor shall remove said tree without damaging surrounding areas and stump grind a minimum of eight (8) inches below existing grade. Any and all roots associated shall be grinded and filled to match existing grade at the location. All debris resulting from the stump grinding shall be removed. The Contractor shall backfill with topsoil the same day that the stump has been grinded to ensure public safety. o The Contractor shall remove one (1) tree within the courtyard. See picture below. o The Contractor shall remove all debris and trash generated in performing the work on a daily basis. Disposal of these materials, chipped or not, is the Contractor's responsibility and must done in a manner consistent with all applicable Local, State and Federal laws. o Existing property both County and private, including buildings, structures, vehicles, utilities, landscaping and so forth shall be protected by the Contractor. Any damages that occur shall be reported to the County and repaired or replaced by the Contractor, at the Counties discretion, at the Contractors expense. o Schedule of work shall take place after normal business hours or on weekends with County approval. o The Contractor shall contact the POC for a site visit, if required. o The Contractor shall obtain the required permits, if required, give all notices to the POC (including a copy of any permits), and comply with all laws, ordinances, codes, rules and regulations bearing on the conduct of the work. Permits shall be posted onsite at project location. No time extensions shall be granted or financial consideration given to the Contractor for time or monies lost due to violations of any such ordinance, code, law or regulations that may occur. Contractors must be able to provide their W-9 as well as current Certificates of Insurance for public liability, property damage, Workers' Compensation and ISA credentials. Please provide your proposal with break outs for labor, materials and tax if applicable. Failure to abide by the conditions within will result as an incomplete proposal.
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