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

The Village of Park Forest anticipates contracting for the pruning of approximately 400-600 (DBH) inches of trees on various streets and public lands within the Village of Park Forest. Additionally, the Village anticipates removing approximately 300-400 (DBH) inches of trees. Removal will include the grinding of the stumps to a minimum depth of fifteen (15) inches below ground level, removal of the stump grindings, replacement of the soil and seeding to turf. All work performed under this contract by the winning bidder must be under the direct supervision of a Certified Arborist and any chemical treatment of trees shall be done by a licensed Pesticide Applicator or properly supervised Operator. Provide copies of all licenses and certificates This contract will be in effect through June 30, 2025 and may be renewed for up to two years with the agreement of both the Village of Park Forest and the Contractor. Bidders are expected to make themselves thoroughly familiar with the work through onsite inspection and to provide a written narrative describing how the work will be conducted and the equipment that will be used throughout the season. Owner Rights: The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any technicality and to accept any bid deemed to be in the best interest of the Village. The successful bidder shall carry and maintain the required insurance as outlined in the attached IRMA Insurance Guidelines. The Village reserves the right to refuse to issue plans, bid forms, and specifications to any person, firm, or corporation that it considers to be unqualified. Proposals must be submitted on the forms provided. No bid shall be withdrawn after the opening of bids without the consent of the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities or irregularities in the bids, and to make such award as it may deem to be in the best interest of the Village.