Borough of Wilkinsburg Request for Proposals for Tree Inventory and Tree Health Assessment 2026
Borough of WilkinsburgCity · Wilkinsburg, PA- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Scott Andrejchak
- (412) 244-2900
The 30-second brief
Wilkinsburg Borough seeks proposals for professional services to conduct a comprehensive tree inventory, prepare a geodatabase, and create a community forest management plan. The project covers approximately 1,900 street trees within borough streets, rights-of-way, parks, and playgrounds located in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania. The selected consultant must perform work under the supervision of an ISA Certified Arborist, utilizing GPS units and tree keeper software compatible with GIS mapping. Sealed proposals are due by Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM, with an optional pre-proposal meeting on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The estimated cost for the inventory is not to exceed $55,000.
Tree Inventory Field Data Collection and Assessment, Geodatabase and Upload Data to GIS Tree Management Software, Community Forest Management Plan
Compliance with mandatory requirements, Expertise, experience, and certifications of the project team and company, Prior experience with similar tree inventory projects, Ability and commitment to meet the project schedule, Conformance with the technical requirements of the RFP, Conformance with terms and conditions and insurance requirements, Cost of the proposal, References, Interviews
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Summary
Wilkinsburg Borough seeks proposals for professional services to conduct a comprehensive tree inventory, prepare a geodatabase, and create a community forest management plan.
The project covers approximately 1,900 street trees within borough streets, rights-of-way, parks, and playgrounds located in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania. The selected consultant must perform work under the supervision of an ISA Certified Arborist, utilizing GPS units and tree keeper software compatible with GIS mapping. Sealed proposals are due by Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM, with an optional pre-proposal meeting on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The estimated cost for the inventory is not to exceed $55,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Compliance with mandatory requirements
- Expertise
- Experience
- Certifications of the project team and company
- Prior experience with similar tree inventory projects
- Ability and commitment to meet the project schedule
- Conformance with the technical requirements of the RFP
- Conformance with terms and conditions and insurance requirements
- Cost of the proposal
- References
- Interviews
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Tree Inventory Field Data Collection and Assessment
- Geodatabase and Upload Data to GIS Tree Management Software
- Community Forest Management Plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Letter of Transmittal
- Profile of Firm
- Methods and Procedures
- Work Schedule
- Cost of Proposal
- Cost Proposal Form
- Submit to
- 605 Ross Avenue, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
- Scope location
- Wilkinsburg, PA
- Reported agency
- Wilkinsburg Borough
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Borough of Wilkinsburg?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 605 Ross Avenue, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221. For questions, contact Scott Andrejchak.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Wilkinsburg in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Scott Andrejchak at (412) 244-2900. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tree Inventory Field Data Collection and Assessment, Geodatabase and Upload Data to GIS Tree Management Software, Community Forest Management Plan. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with mandatory requirements, Expertise, experience, and certifications of the project team and company, Prior experience with similar tree inventory projects, Ability and commitment to meet..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Wilkinsburg?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Wilkinsburg are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Wilkinsburg regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Letter of Transmittal, Profile of Firm, Methods and Procedures, Work Schedule, Cost of Proposal, Cost Proposal Form. Review the full document from Borough of Wilkinsburg for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wilkinsburg, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.