City of West St. Paul Tree Planting RFQ 2026 - Community Tree Planting Grant
City of West St. PaulCity · West St. Paul, MN- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jess Hall
The 30-second brief
The City of West St. Paul is seeking quotes for the planting of approximately 250 container trees on city-owned land under the Met Council’s Community Tree Planting Grant program. The scope includes species selection assistance, planting, mulching (2-4 inches), installation and filling of watering bags, staking as needed, and traffic control coordination. Contractors are responsible for utility locates in the right-of-way and must provide a 1-year warranty for all trees. Requirements include an ISA Certified Arborist on staff, proof of insurance, and an OSHA-compliant safety plan. Projects over $100,000 must comply with prevailing wage standards. Proposals are due August 7, 2026, with all plantings to be completed by November 1, 2026.
Contractor Profile, Prevailing Wage information, OSHA-compliant worker safety plan, Proof of insurance, Proof of ISA Certified Arborist, Cost Proposal, Project Schedule, Final reporting, Mapping, Photographic documentation
Compliance with grant requirements, public safety, environmental stewardship, community canopy goals, inspection by Natural Resources Specialist
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Summary
The City of West St.
Paul is seeking quotes for the planting of approximately 250 container trees on city-owned land under the Met Council’s Community Tree Planting Grant program. The scope includes species selection assistance, planting, mulching (2-4 inches), installation and filling of watering bags, staking as needed, and traffic control coordination. Contractors are responsible for utility locates in the right-of-way and must provide a 1-year warranty for all trees. Requirements include an ISA Certified Arborist on staff, proof of insurance, and an OSHA-compliant safety plan. Projects over $100,000 must comply with prevailing wage standards. Proposals are due August 7, 2026, with all plantings to be completed by November 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Compliance with grant requirements
- Public safety
- Environmental stewardship
- Community canopy goals
- Inspection by Natural Resources Specialist
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Contractor Profile
- Prevailing Wage information
- OSHA-compliant worker safety plan
- Proof of insurance
- Proof of ISA Certified Arborist
- Cost Proposal
- Project Schedule
- Final reporting
- Mapping
- Photographic documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid sheet, BID SUPPLEMENT - FAIR LABOR STANDARDS COMPLIANCE
REQUIRED STAFFING
ISA Certified Arborist
- Submit to
- 1616 Humboldt Ave West St. Paul, MN 55118
- Scope location
- West St. Paul, MN
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of West St. Paul?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 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: 1616 Humboldt Ave West St. Paul, MN 55118. For questions, contact Jess Hall.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of West St. Paul in MN, 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 RFQ 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 Jess Hall. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: ISA Certified Arborist. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Contractor Profile, Prevailing Wage information, OSHA-compliant worker safety plan, Proof of insurance, Proof of ISA Certified Arborist, Cost Proposal, Project Schedule, Final reporting, Mapping, Photographic documentation. 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: "Compliance with grant requirements, public safety, environmental stewardship, community canopy goals, inspection by Natural Resources Specialist" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of West St. Paul?
All active and historical solicitations from City of West St. Paul are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of West St. Paul 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 RFQ?
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 sheet, BID SUPPLEMENT - FAIR LABOR STANDARDS COMPLIANCE. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of West St. Paul for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: West St. Paul, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.