This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in University City, Missouri. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The Scope of Work consists of the trimming of trees as described in detail in the bid package. The bids shall include an overall price for the above activities for the lot of trees and a general price per tree. Work is anticipated to begin in January 2023. The Contractor agrees not to discriminate on the grounds or because of race, creed, color, natural origin or ancestry and religion or lack thereof, against any employee or applicant for employment with said contractor. The contractor agrees to include a similar provision to the above in all sub-contracts let or awarded under this contract. Special Needs: If you have a special need addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify the Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry at 314-505-8560 or the Missouri Relay System, TDD 1-800-735-2966, at least five working days prior to the bid opening. The City of University City hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE) will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. The City of University City reserves the right to accept or reject any bid and to waive any irregularities in the best interest of the City. A 5% security in the form of cash, a cashier's or certified check or an acceptable bid bond must accompany each bid. 1.Prune trees for the safety of people, homes, and personal property. 2. Manage risk as outlined in ANSI300 part 9. 3. Prune trees to maintain good structure. 4. Improve branch and trunk architecture; promote or subordinate certain leaders, stems, or branches; promote desirable branch spacing; and/or restore plants following damage. 5. Prune trees to maintain specified clearance requirements. a. Ensure safe and reliable utility services; minimize current interference with traffic or light penetration; ensure lines-of-sight or desired views; provide access to sites, buildings, or other structures; and/or comply with regulations; 14 feet away from homes or buildings, 20 feet above streets and sidewalks, 10 feet from all streetlights and traffic signs/lights.