City of Scranton Tree and Brush Grinding Services - 2026-ITB-146 (2026)
City of ScrantonCity · Scranton, PA- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 10 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Duration
- 7 months
- Primary contact
- Caleb Bakalyar
- (570) 348-4118
The 30-second brief
The City of Scranton is seeking commercial grinding services, experienced operators, support equipment, and hauling services to process accumulated brush and vegetative debris at multiple City-designated locations into wood chips or mulch. The project includes mobilization between sites, grinding operations, loading, hauling, proper disposal or beneficial reuse at an approved facility, and final site cleanup. Bids are due by November 24, 2026, at 11:00 am via the City's e-Procurement Portal, with a question deadline of November 19, 2026. A bid bond of 10% is required, and the contract term extends until June 30, 2027.
Mobilization and demobilization; Tub grinder, Support equipment, Operator, And other necessary labor; Loading and hauling of processed material; Disposal, Processing, Or beneficial reuse fees; Final site cleanup
Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
The City of Scranton is seeking commercial grinding services, experienced operators, support equipment, and hauling services to process accumulated brush and vegetative debris at multiple City-designated locations into wood chips or mulch.
The project includes mobilization between sites, grinding operations, loading, hauling, proper disposal or beneficial reuse at an approved facility, and final site cleanup. Bids are due by November 24, 2026, at 11:00 am via the City's e-Procurement Portal, with a question deadline of November 19, 2026. A bid bond of 10% is required, and the contract term extends until June 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Mobilization and demobilization
- Tub grinder, Support equipment, Operator, And other necessary labor
- Loading and hauling of processed material
- Disposal, Processing, Or beneficial reuse fees
- Final site cleanup
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Bid Bond
- Affirmative Action Certificate
- Certificate of Non-Segregated Facilities
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Disclosures by Current Contractor
- Statement of insurance coverage
- Statement of assurance of no regulatory violations
- Statement of no current litigation
- Certificate of Insurance
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/scrantonpa
- Scope location
- Scranton, PA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Scranton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 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://secure.procurenow.com/portal/scrantonpa. For questions, contact Caleb Bakalyar.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Scranton 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 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 Caleb Bakalyar at (570) 348-4118. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mobilization and demobilization; Tub grinder, Support equipment, Operator, And other necessary labor; Loading and hauling of processed material; Disposal, Processing, Or beneficial reuse fees; Final site cleanup. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Scranton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Scranton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Scranton 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 7 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 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 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: Bid Bond, Affirmative Action Certificate, Certificate of Non-Segregated Facilities, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Disclosures by Current Contractor, statement of insurance coverage, statement of assurance. Review the full document from City of Scranton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Scranton, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
