City of Niles 2026-2027 Tree and Stump Removal Program - Removal of 99 Dead, Dying, or Dangerous Trees and Removal of 107 Stumps
City of NilesCity · Niles, MI- Due
- Oct 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Zachary Holt
- (269) 683-4700
The 30-second brief
The City of Niles Department of Public Works is seeking sealed bids for the 2026-2027 Tree and Stump Removal Program. The work includes the removal of 99 dead, dying, or dangerous trees (total 2,495 inches diameter) and the removal and restoration of 107 tree stumps (total 2,656 inches diameter) at various locations throughout the city. The project scope requires cutting trees down to within 6 inches of adjoining ground level, stump routing to a minimum of 6 inches below grade, topsoiling, perennial sunny grass seed mixture sowing, clean up, and wood chip disposal. Proposals must be received by the City Clerk until 2:00 P.M. Local Time on Monday, October 5, 2026. A certified check or bidder's bond of not less than 5% of the proposal amount is required with each submission.
Removal of 99 dead, Dying, Or dangerous trees; Removal of 107 tree stumps and restoration; Tree and wood chip disposal
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Summary
The City of Niles Department of Public Works is seeking sealed bids for the 2026-2027 Tree and Stump Removal Program.
The work includes the removal of 99 dead, dying, or dangerous trees (total 2,495 inches diameter) and the removal and restoration of 107 tree stumps (total 2,656 inches diameter) at various locations throughout the city. The project scope requires cutting trees down to within 6 inches of adjoining ground level, stump routing to a minimum of 6 inches below grade, topsoiling, perennial sunny grass seed mixture sowing, clean up, and wood chip disposal. Proposals must be received by the City Clerk until 2:00 P.M. Local Time on Monday, October 5, 2026. A certified check or bidder's bond of not less than 5% of the proposal amount is required with each submission.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Removal of 99 dead, Dying, Or dangerous trees
- Removal of 107 tree stumps and restoration
- Tree and wood chip disposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Non-Discrimination Certificate, Certified check or bidder's bond
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 333 N. 2nd St., Niles, MI 49120
- Scope location
- Niles, MI
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Niles?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 5, 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: Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 333 N. 2nd St., Niles, MI 49120. For questions, contact Zachary Holt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Niles in MI, 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 Zachary Holt at (269) 683-4700. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Removal of 99 dead, Dying, Or dangerous trees; Removal of 107 tree stumps and restoration; Tree and wood chip disposal. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Niles?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Niles are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Niles 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 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: Non-Discrimination Certificate, Certified check or bidder's bond. Review the full document from City of Niles for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Niles, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.