County of Ontario - Care & Removal of Trees - HWY - IFB# B27003 (2026)
Ontario CountyCounty · Canandaigua, NY- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1.0 year
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Thompson
- (585) 919-2755
The 30-second brief
The County of Ontario is seeking sealed bids for IFB# B27003 Care & Removal of Trees - HWY across various county highways and park lands. The scope of work includes tree pruning, tree removal, stump removal and grinding, miscellaneous tree work services, emergency tree work services, and arborist consultation. Bidders must have at least two aerial lift or bucket trucks with a working height of at least 55 feet complying with NYS DOL Industrial Code Rule #3 and OSHA standards. The contract term is from 01/01/2027 through 12/31/2027 with options to renew for up to two additional 12-month periods. Submissions are due by 11:00 am on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, via hard copy only to the Ontario County Purchasing Director. A pre-bid Webex meeting is scheduled.
Pruning of Trees Up to 12" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 12" to 24" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 24" to 36" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 36" to 48" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 48" to 60" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 60" Dia.; Tree Removal Up to 12" Dia.; Tree Removal Over 12" to 24" Dia.; Tree Removal Over 24" to 36" Dia.; Tree Removal Over 36" to 48" Dia.; Tree Removal Over 48" to 60" Dia.; Tree Removal Over 60" Dia.; Removal of Existing Stumps Up to 24" Dia. at 6" above ground; Removal of Existing Stumps Over 24" to 48" Dia. at 6" above ground; Removal of Existing Stumps Over 48" Dia. at 6" above ground; Miscellaneous Tree Work Services (2 person crew, 3 person crew, 4 person crew, Overtime); Emergency Tree Work Services (2 person crew, 3 person crew, 4 person crew, Overtime); Arborist Consultation
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on lowest total price of eligible base bid line items within that Group
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Summary
The County of Ontario is seeking sealed bids for IFB# B27003 Care & Removal of Trees - HWY across various county highways and park lands.
The scope of work includes tree pruning, tree removal, stump removal and grinding, miscellaneous tree work services, emergency tree work services, and arborist consultation. Bidders must have at least two aerial lift or bucket trucks with a working height of at least 55 feet complying with NYS DOL Industrial Code Rule #3 and OSHA standards. The contract term is from 01/01/2027 through 12/31/2027 with options to renew for up to two additional 12-month periods. Submissions are due by 11:00 am on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, via hard copy only to the Ontario County Purchasing Director. A pre-bid Webex meeting is scheduled.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on lowest total price of eligible base bid line items within that Group
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
18- Pruning of Trees Up to 12" Dia
- Pruning of Trees Over 12" to 24" Dia
- Pruning of Trees Over 24" to 36" Dia
- Pruning of Trees Over 36" to 48" Dia
- Pruning of Trees Over 48" to 60" Dia
- Pruning of Trees Over 60" Dia
- Tree Removal Up to 12" Dia
- Tree Removal Over 12" to 24" Dia
- Tree Removal Over 24" to 36" Dia
- Tree Removal Over 36" to 48" Dia
- Tree Removal Over 48" to 60" Dia
- Tree Removal Over 60" Dia
- Removal of Existing Stumps Up to 24" Dia. at 6" above ground
- Removal of Existing Stumps Over 24" to 48" Dia. at 6" above ground
- Removal of Existing Stumps Over 48" Dia. at 6" above ground
- Miscellaneous Tree Work Services (2 person crew, 3 person crew, 4 person crew, Overtime)
- Emergency Tree Work Services (2 person crew, 3 person crew, 4 person crew, Overtime)
- Arborist Consultation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Bid Form
- Bid Schedule
- Individual
- Corporate
- Partnership or LLC Acknowledgment
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Bidder's Statement on Sexual Harassment
- Insurance certificates
- NYS DOL Certification
- Catastrophic Emergency Contact List
- Stormwater Discharge Statement
- Copy of Literature for all items offered
- IRS W-9 Form
- Submit to
- 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Canandaigua, NY
- Reported agency
- County of Ontario
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Ontario County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 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: 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424. For questions, contact Jennifer Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Ontario County 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 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 Jennifer Thompson at (585) 919-2755. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pruning of Trees Up to 12" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 12" to 24" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 24" to 36" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 36" to 48" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 48" to 60" Dia.; Pruning of Trees Over 60" Dia.; Tree Removal Up to 12" Dia.; Tree Removal Over 12" to 24" Dia.; Tree Removal Ov. 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 responsive and responsible bidder based on lowest total price of eligible base bid line items within that Group" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ontario County?
All active and historical solicitations from Ontario County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ontario County 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 1.0 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 Form, Bid Schedule, Individual, Corporate, Partnership or LLC Acknowledgment, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Bidder's Statement on Sexual Harassment, Insurance certificates, NYS DOL Certification, Catas. Review the full document from Ontario County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Canandaigua, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.