City of Cincinnati Request for Proposals - Citywide Replacement Tree Planting 275X901181 2026
City of CincinnatiCity · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Margaret Allen-Elkanick
- (513) 352-2411
The 30-second brief
The City of Cincinnati Parks is seeking a professional landscaping contractor specialized in public tree planting to provide all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, and expertise required to source, transport, and plant trees annually throughout the public right-of-way and other public property. The project covers Area 1 (North, East, and West Districts, up to 1,500 trees per year) and Area 2 (South District, up to 500 trees per year). Work includes site inspection, utility marking coordination via OUPS, excavation, planting, mulching, watering, pruning, applying biochar soil amendments and plant watering aids, tree grates maintenance, and a one-year guarantee for all planted trees. Proposals are due by October 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET, and must be submitted electronically via the City's Bonfire portal. A non-mandatory pre-submission meeting was held on October 8, 2026, and written questions were accepted until October 20, 2026. The initial contract term is 17 months with two optional 12-month renewals.
Experience & Expertise - 25 Points, Qualifications of Key Personnel Assigned to Project - 25 Points, Cost and Budget - 25 Points, Ability to Meet Schedule - 25 Points
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Summary
The City of Cincinnati Parks is seeking a professional landscaping contractor specialized in public tree planting to provide all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, and expertise required to source, transport, and plant trees annually throughout the public right-of-way and other public property.
The project covers Area 1 (North, East, and West Districts, up to 1,500 trees per year) and Area 2 (South District, up to 500 trees per year). Work includes site inspection, utility marking coordination via OUPS, excavation, planting, mulching, watering, pruning, applying biochar soil amendments and plant watering aids, tree grates maintenance, and a one-year guarantee for all planted trees. Proposals are due by October 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET, and must be submitted electronically via the City's Bonfire portal. A non-mandatory pre-submission meeting was held on October 8, 2026, and written questions were accepted until October 20, 2026. The initial contract term is 17 months with two optional 12-month renewals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience & Expertise - 25 Points, Qualifications of Key Personnel Assigned to Project - 25 Points, Cost and Budget - 25 Points, Ability to Meet Schedule - 25 Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Offeror Corporate and Contact Information
- Affidavit of Accuracy and Signature Page
- Pricing Proposal
- Living Wage Affidavit
- Subcontracting Outreach Program
- Submit to
- https://cincinnati-oh.bonfirehub.com/
- Duration
- 17 months
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Cincinnati?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://cincinnati-oh.bonfirehub.com/. For questions, contact Margaret Allen-Elkanick.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Cincinnati in OH, 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 Margaret Allen-Elkanick at (513) 352-2411. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Experience & Expertise - 25 Points, Qualifications of Key Personnel Assigned to Project - 25 Points, Cost and Budget - 25 Points, Ability to Meet Schedule - 25 Points" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Offeror Corporate and Contact Information, Affidavit of Accuracy and Signature Page, Pricing Proposal, Living Wage Affidavit, Subcontracting Outreach Program. Review the full document from City of Cincinnati for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cincinnati, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.