Department of Public Works, Town of Holden - Hazardous Tree Removal - 2026
Town of Holden, Town of Holden, MA·City
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- Scope Location
- Holden, MA
- Submission Address
- 18 Industrial Drive, Holden, MA 01520
SUMMARY
The Town of Holden Department of Public Works is seeking bids for hazardous tree removal and stump grinding services at various locations within the town, including work for DPW and Holden Municipal Light Department (HMLD) utility lines. The project involves removing 54 DPW hazardous trees and 41 HMLD trees, performing limbing in 19 areas, and a 5-tree alternate at Spring Ledge Farm parking lot, utilizing equipment such as logging trucks, aerial bucket trucks, commercial chippers, and stump grinders. Bidders must comply with Massachusetts prevailing wage laws (M.G.L. c.149, §§26-27), provide worker's compensation, general liability insurance ($2,000,000/$1,000,000 limits), auto liability, and excess liability, and ensure staff have OSHA 10 certification. Bids are due by April 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Department of Public Works, 18 Industrial Drive, Holden, Massachusetts.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest priced, responsive and responsible bidder evaluated on the total estimate of quantities of work including Base bid plus any selected Alternates
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
54 DPW hazardous trees removal/stump grinding, 41 HMLD tree removals and 19 limbing areas, Alternate 1 Spring Ledge Farm parking lot 5 tree removal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Tax Compliance, Payment Bond of 5%, List of (3) References
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Holden?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 9, 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: 18 Industrial Drive, Holden, MA 01520.
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 priced, responsive and responsible bidder evaluated on the total estimate of quantities of work including Base bid plus any selected Alternates" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Holden?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Holden are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Holden 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: Certificate of Tax Compliance, Payment Bond of 5%, List of (3) References. Review the full document from Town of Holden for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Holden in MA, 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Holden, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 54 DPW hazardous trees removal/stump grinding, 41 HMLD tree removals and 19 limbing areas, Alternate 1 Spring Ledge Farm parking lot 5 tree removal. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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