Richland School District Two - Arborist & Grounds Clearing Services - IFB #26-2706 (2026)
Richland School District 2School · Columbia, SC- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Maia Williams
- (803) 787-1910
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Richland School District Two is soliciting sealed bids for districtwide on-call arborist, tree care, grounds clearing, vegetation management, tree pruning, tree removal, stump grinding, stormwater and drainage area clearing, chipping, mulching, and tree planting services at schools, administrative and athletic facilities, support sites, undeveloped parcels, and stormwater areas. The work includes labor, supervision, equipment, traffic control, and lawful disposal. Contractors must maintain at least one ISA Certified Arborist on staff with a Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) and have a minimum of five years of professional arboriculture experience. Bids are due by October 21, 2026, at 12:00 pm, with questions due by October 8, 2026. The contract initial period is one year with four optional one-year renewal periods.
Certified Arborist Services – assessment, Consultation, Recommendations, And reports; Tree Pruning/Trimming – includes required crew and equipment; Tree Removal – includes cutting, Removal, Hauling, And cleanup; Stump Grinding/Removal; Grounds/Brush Clearing – includes brush, Undergrowth, Saplings, And vegetation; Retention Pond/Drainage Area Clearing; Emergency/After Hours Services
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
SUMMARY
Richland School District Two is soliciting sealed bids for districtwide on-call arborist, tree care, grounds clearing, vegetation management, tree pruning, tree removal, stump grinding, stormwater and drainage area clearing, chipping, mulching, and tree planting services at schools, administrative and athletic facilities, support sites, undeveloped parcels, and stormwater areas.
The work includes labor, supervision, equipment, traffic control, and lawful disposal. Contractors must maintain at least one ISA Certified Arborist on staff with a Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) and have a minimum of five years of professional arboriculture experience. Bids are due by October 21, 2026, at 12:00 pm, with questions due by October 8, 2026. The contract initial period is one year with four optional one-year renewal periods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Certified Arborist Services – assessment, Consultation, Recommendations, And reports
- Tree Pruning/Trimming – includes required crew and equipment
- Tree Removal – includes cutting, Removal, Hauling, And cleanup
- Stump Grinding/Removal
- Grounds/Brush Clearing – includes brush, Undergrowth, Saplings, And vegetation
- Retention Pond/Drainage Area Clearing
- Emergency/After Hours Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- W-9
- Current business license
- References
- Active ISA Certification
- Conflict of interest disclosure
- Non-collusion affidavit
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/richland2
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Columbia, SC
- Reported agency
- Richland School District Two
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Richland School District 2?
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: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/richland2. For questions, contact Maia Williams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Richland School District 2 in SC, 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 Maia Williams at (803) 787-1910. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Certified Arborist Services – assessment, Consultation, Recommendations, And reports; Tree Pruning/Trimming – includes required crew and equipment; Tree Removal – includes cutting, Removal, Hauling, And cleanup; Stump Grinding/Removal; Grounds/Brush Clearing – includes brush, Undergrowth, Saplings,. 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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Richland School District 2?
All active and historical solicitations from Richland School District 2 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Richland School District 2 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 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 21, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: W-9, current business license, references, active ISA Certification, conflict of interest disclosure, non-collusion affidavit. Review the full document from Richland School District 2 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbia, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.