City of Corning Tree, Brush, & Leaf Grinding Price Proposal 2026
City of CorningCity · Corning, NY- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Duration
- 1 months
- Primary contact
- Joseph Tongue
- (607) 962-0340 ext 1301
The 30-second brief
The City of Corning is requesting price proposals for the sorting, loading, grinding, and piling of wood, brush, and leaves at its yard waste site located at the southeast corner of Rte. 414 and Winfield Street. Contractors must utilize a grinder fitted with a 2" by 2" screen. The solicitation requests lump sum pricing for grinding woody material and leaf material, as well as alternate pricing where the contractor takes ownership and removes material from the site (leaving approximately 30 cubic yards of each material type). Work includes separating larger logs for higher quality double ground wood chips. Proposals are due by 11:00AM on September 4, 2026, at the Department of Public Works. A Certificate of Insurance naming the City as additional insured and proof of workers' compensation are required before work begins. The project is expected to be completed within four weeks of award.
Lump sum price proposals, Alternate lump sum prices, Certificate of Insurance, Proof of workers compensation insurance
Lump sum pricing for various grinding and removal options
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Summary
The City of Corning is requesting price proposals for the sorting, loading, grinding, and piling of wood, brush, and leaves at its yard waste site located at the southeast corner of Rte. 414 and Winfield Street.
Contractors must utilize a grinder fitted with a 2" by 2" screen. The solicitation requests lump sum pricing for grinding woody material and leaf material, as well as alternate pricing where the contractor takes ownership and removes material from the site (leaving approximately 30 cubic yards of each material type). Work includes separating larger logs for higher quality double ground wood chips. Proposals are due by 11:00AM on September 4, 2026, at the Department of Public Works. A Certificate of Insurance naming the City as additional insured and proof of workers' compensation are required before work begins. The project is expected to be completed within four weeks of award.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lump sum pricing for various grinding and removal options
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Lump sum price proposals
- Alternate lump sum prices
- Certificate of Insurance
- Proof of workers compensation insurance
- Submit to
- 381 East Market St. Ext. or 500 Civic Center Plaza, Corning, New York 14830
- Scope location
- Corning, New York
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from City of Corning?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 381 East Market St. Ext. or 500 Civic Center Plaza, Corning, New York 14830. For questions, contact Joseph Tongue.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including City of Corning in NY, 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 Quote 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 Joseph Tongue at (607) 962-0340 ext 1301. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lump sum price proposals, Alternate lump sum prices, Certificate of Insurance, Proof of workers compensation insurance. 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: "Lump sum pricing for various grinding and removal options" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Corning?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Corning are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Corning 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 1 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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. Review the full document from City of Corning for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Corning, New York. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.