City of Torrington Municipal Tree Inventory and Management Plan RFP 2026
City of TorringtonCity · Torrington, CT- Due
- May 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Pennie Zucco
The 30-second brief
The City of Torrington is seeking a consultant or consulting team to develop a municipal forest inventory and community forest management plan. This includes creating an inventory of public trees and developing a management plan for urban forests.
Report describing methods and basic summary data of inventory, Inventory of existing trees, Stumps, And planting locations, GIS data of inventory with attributes, Report covering all required elements of a community forest management plan, Regular meetings with the Technical Advisory Committee, Basic public outreach strategy, Final presentation to the public and appropriate city staff
Thoroughness, creativity and clarity of the proposed work, schedule, and project management plan; Qualifications and experience of personnel to be assigned to the project team; Demonstrated capacity to meet schedule; Teams clear understanding of the goals and outcomes of the project, project opportunities and constraints; Project team's composition and experience on similar projects; Quality and performance of past services; Hourly fees and expense schedule; Fee Schedule; References
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Summary
The City of Torrington is seeking a consultant or consulting team to develop a municipal forest inventory and community forest management plan. This includes creating an inventory of public trees and developing a management plan for urban forests.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Thoroughness, creativity and clarity of the proposed work, schedule, and project management plan
- Qualifications and experience of personnel to be assigned to the project team
- Demonstrated capacity to meet schedule
- Teams clear understanding of the goals and outcomes of the project, project opportunities and constraints
- Project team's composition and experience on similar projects
- Quality and performance of past services
- Hourly fees and expense schedule
- Fee Schedule
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Report describing methods and basic summary data of inventory, Inventory of existing trees, Stumps, And planting locations, GIS data of inventory with attributes, Report covering all required elements of a community forest management plan, Regular meetings with the Technical Advisory Committee, Basic public outreach strategy, Final presentation to the public and appropriate city staff
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover letter
- Project Management Plan
- Three references
- Narrative on scope of services
- Proposed timeline
- Proof of Insurance and Liability (Appendix A)
- Fee Proposal (separate sealed envelope)
- Required Forms - Non-Collusion Affidavit (Appendix C)
- Appendix B - Acceptance of Terms of the Agreement
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 140 Main Street, Room 206, Torrington, CT 06790
- Scope location
- Torrington, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Torrington?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 6, 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: Purchasing Department, 140 Main Street, Room 206, Torrington, CT 06790. For questions, contact Pennie Zucco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Torrington in CT, 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 Pennie Zucco. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Report describing methods and basic summary data of inventory, Inventory of existing trees, Stumps, And planting locations, GIS data of inventory with attributes, Report covering all required elements of a community forest management plan, Regular meetings with the Technical Advisory Committee, Basi. 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: "Thoroughness, creativity and clarity of the proposed work, schedule, and project management plan; Qualifications and experience of personnel to be assigned to the project team; Demonstrated capacity t..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Torrington?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Torrington are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Torrington 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 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: Cover letter, Project Management Plan, Three references, Narrative on scope of services, Proposed timeline, Proof of Insurance and Liability (Appendix A), Fee Proposal (separate sealed envelope), Requ. Review the full document from City of Torrington for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Torrington, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.