City of Cedar Rapids Fall 2026 ROW Tree Planting Request for Bid - PUR0826-062
City of Cedar RapidsCity · Cedar Rapids, IA- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Megan Snitkey
- (319) 286-5137
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department is seeking bids for the Fall 2026 Right-of-Way (ROW) Tree Planting project, solicitation number PUR0826-062. The work involves furnishing and installing approximately 54 trees of various species (including oak, elm, maple, and dogwood varieties) within street rights-of-way in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Responsibilities include tree delivery, planting, watering, mulching, staking, and maintaining a two-year warranty. Bids must be submitted electronically through the City's Online E-Procurement portal system (Euna Procurement, powered by IonWave) before 3:00 PM CDT on September 30, 2026. A questions deadline is set for September 23, 2026. Required submissions include proof of Midwest nursery stock grown trees, ISA certified arborist credentials or 50% core business dedication, insurance certification, OSHA violation history, and a buy local packet.
54 trees for planting at designated locations within street rights-of-way, Including species such as Black Alder, American Yellowwood, Bald cypress, Dawn Redwood, Hybrid Elm, Kentucky Coffee Tree, London Planetree, Black Oak, Hills Oak, Northern Red Oak, Sawtooth Oak, Scarlet Oak, Shingle Oak, Shumard Oak, Swamp White Oak, White Oak, And Kousa Dogwood with varying quantities as specified in bid lines.
Adherence to specifications, Work as specified in these bid documents, Company's reputation and financial status, Company's ability to meet the City's Insurance Requirements, Current lead-time quoted, Guarantees and warranties, Past experience and service provided by Bidder, Strength of Bidder's hiring and training program, Favorable references, Strength of company's safety program and history
SUMMARY
The City of Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department is seeking bids for the Fall 2026 Right-of-Way (ROW) Tree Planting project, solicitation number PUR0826-062.
The work involves furnishing and installing approximately 54 trees of various species (including oak, elm, maple, and dogwood varieties) within street rights-of-way in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Responsibilities include tree delivery, planting, watering, mulching, staking, and maintaining a two-year warranty. Bids must be submitted electronically through the City's Online E-Procurement portal system (Euna Procurement, powered by IonWave) before 3:00 PM CDT on September 30, 2026. A questions deadline is set for September 23, 2026. Required submissions include proof of Midwest nursery stock grown trees, ISA certified arborist credentials or 50% core business dedication, insurance certification, OSHA violation history, and a buy local packet.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Adherence to specifications
- Work as specified in these bid documents
- Company's reputation and financial status
- Company's ability to meet the City's Insurance Requirements
- Current lead-time quoted
- Guarantees and warranties
- Past experience and service provided by Bidder
- Strength of Bidder's hiring and training program
- Favorable references
- Strength of company's safety program and history
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
54 trees for planting at designated locations within street rights-of-way, Including species such as Black Alder, American Yellowwood, Bald cypress, Dawn Redwood, Hybrid Elm, Kentucky Coffee Tree, London Planetree, Black Oak, Hills Oak, Northern Red Oak, Sawtooth Oak, Scarlet Oak, Shingle Oak, Shumard Oak, Swamp White Oak, White Oak, And Kousa Dogwood with varying quantities as specified in bid lines.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proof of Midwest Nursery Stock Grown Trees
- Contractor Qualifications Response
- Certification Regarding Ability to Obtain Required Insurance
- OSHA Violations
- Buy Local Packet
- Submit to
- https://citycrbids.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1891&SourceType=2
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Cedar Rapids, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Cedar Rapids?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 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: https://citycrbids.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1891&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Megan Snitkey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Cedar Rapids in IA, 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 Bid 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 Megan Snitkey at (319) 286-5137. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 54 trees for planting at designated locations within street rights-of-way, Including species such as Black Alder, American Yellowwood, Bald cypress, Dawn Redwood, Hybrid Elm, Kentucky Coffee Tree, London Planetree, Black Oak, Hills Oak, Northern Red Oak, Sawtooth Oak, Scarlet Oak, Shingle Oak, Shuma. 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: "Adherence to specifications, Work as specified in these bid documents, Company's reputation and financial status, Company's ability to meet the City's Insurance Requirements, Current lead-time quoted,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cedar Rapids?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cedar Rapids are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cedar Rapids regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Proof of Midwest Nursery Stock Grown Trees, Contractor Qualifications Response, Certification Regarding Ability to Obtain Required Insurance, OSHA Violations, Buy Local Packet. Review the full document from City of Cedar Rapids for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cedar Rapids, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.