New York State Office of Parks - Hazardous Tree Removal along Lake Ontario State Parkway - RFQ-SC-2026-8 (2026)
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Becky Kirker
- (518) 486-9069
The 30-second brief
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) seeks a qualified contractor for hazardous tree removal services along the southern side of the Lake Ontario State Parkway from Latta Rd heading west towards the I-390 interchange in Monroe County. The work involves cutting tagged risk trees, trimming stumps to a maximum height of 24 inches, and leaving tree debris onsite with a maximum slash height of 3 feet for approximately 340 trees between 0" DBH and 30" DBH and up to 75 feet tall. The contract has a maximum Not to Exceed value of $150,000.00. Mandatory bidder requirements include 3 satisfactory client references from the past 5 years, proof of an OSHA 10 certified employee on site at all times, and proof of Department of Labor Contractor Registry. Prevailing wages apply under NYS Labor Law Article 8 (PRC Number 2026027331). Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation/Disability insurance are required. The submission deadline is October 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET, with an optional pre-proposal site visit on October 8, 2026.
Tree Removal, DBH 0 - 6.0", Tree Removal, DBH >6.0" - 12.0", Tree Removal, DBH >12.0" - 18.0", Tree Removal, DBH >18.0" - 24.0", Tree Removal, DBH >24.0" - 30.0", Tree Removal, DBH >30.0"
Lowest quote meeting all specifications and possessing sufficient resources
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Summary
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) seeks a qualified contractor for hazardous tree removal services along the southern side of the Lake Ontario State Parkway from Latta Rd heading west towards the I-390 interchange in Monroe County.
The work involves cutting tagged risk trees, trimming stumps to a maximum height of 24 inches, and leaving tree debris onsite with a maximum slash height of 3 feet for approximately 340 trees between 0" DBH and 30" DBH and up to 75 feet tall. The contract has a maximum Not to Exceed value of $150,000.00. Mandatory bidder requirements include 3 satisfactory client references from the past 5 years, proof of an OSHA 10 certified employee on site at all times, and proof of Department of Labor Contractor Registry. Prevailing wages apply under NYS Labor Law Article 8 (PRC Number 2026027331). Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation/Disability insurance are required. The submission deadline is October 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET, with an optional pre-proposal site visit on October 8, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest quote meeting all specifications and possessing sufficient resources
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Tree Removal
- DBH 0 - 6.0"
- Tree Removal
- DBH >6.0" - 12.0"
- Tree Removal
- DBH >12.0" - 18.0"
- Tree Removal
- DBH >18.0" - 24.0"
- Tree Removal
- DBH >24.0" - 30.0"
- Tree Removal
- DBH >30.0"
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- RFQ Document
- Three satisfactory client references
- Proof of OSHA 10 safety training certification
- Proof of Department of Labor Contractor Registry
- Commercial General Liability Insurance endorsement
- Comprehensive Business Automobile Liability Insurance
- Proof of Workers' Compensation Insurance
- Proof of Disability Benefits Insurance
- Lobbying Law Certification
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Public Officer's Law Certification
- Certification Under Executive Order No. 16
- NYS Finance Law §139-L and Executive Order No. 177 Certification
- Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Rochester, NY
- Reported agency
- New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation | State of New York?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Becky Kirker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation | State of New York 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 Quote 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 Becky Kirker at (518) 486-9069. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tree Removal, DBH 0 - 6.0", Tree Removal, DBH >6.0" - 12.0", Tree Removal, DBH >12.0" - 18.0", Tree Removal, DBH >18.0" - 24.0", Tree Removal, DBH >24.0" - 30.0", Tree Removal, DBH >30.0". 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 quote meeting all specifications and possessing sufficient resources" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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: RFQ Document, Three satisfactory client references, Proof of OSHA 10 safety training certification, Proof of Department of Labor Contractor Registry, Commercial General Liability Insurance endorsement. Review the full document from New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation | State of New York for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rochester, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.