West Pikeland Township Tree Removal Equipment Rental Bid - 2027-2028
Town of West PikelandCity · Chester Springs, PA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 2 days left
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Wachsmuth
- (610) 590-5300
The 30-second brief
West Pikeland Township seeks sealed bids for equipment rental and operator services for tree removal operations. The contract term runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028. Required equipment categories include aerial lift/bucket trucks with a minimum 40-foot reach (100 estimated hours), support trucks for wood chips (100 hours), log trucks for picking up and removing logs (50 hours), woodchippers (100 hours), and stump grinders (50 hours). All equipment rates must include an experienced operator with a valid driver's license/CDL and small hand or power tools. Bids are due by 12:00 PM on November 10, 2026, at the Township Building located at 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425. Requirements include a 10% performance bond, $2 million general liability insurance, workmen's compensation, non-collusion affidavit, and hold harmless agreement.
Aerial lift/bucket truck with minimum of 40' of weight/reach - 100 hrs., Support truck capable of holding wood chips generated - 100 hrs., Log truck capable of picking up and removing logs - 50 hrs., Woodchipper - 100 hrs., Stump Grinder - 50 hrs.
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Summary
West Pikeland Township seeks sealed bids for equipment rental and operator services for tree removal operations.
The contract term runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028. Required equipment categories include aerial lift/bucket trucks with a minimum 40-foot reach (100 estimated hours), support trucks for wood chips (100 hours), log trucks for picking up and removing logs (50 hours), woodchippers (100 hours), and stump grinders (50 hours). All equipment rates must include an experienced operator with a valid driver's license/CDL and small hand or power tools. Bids are due by 12:00 PM on November 10, 2026, at the Township Building located at 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425. Requirements include a 10% performance bond, $2 million general liability insurance, workmen's compensation, non-collusion affidavit, and hold harmless agreement.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Aerial lift/bucket truck with minimum of 40' of weight/reach - 100 hrs., Support truck capable of holding wood chips generated - 100 hrs., Log truck capable of picking up and removing logs - 50 hrs., Woodchipper - 100 hrs., Stump Grinder - 50 hrs.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Performance Bond
- Hold Harmless Clause / Agreement
- Bid Response Time Acknowledgement
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Certificate of Insurance
- Proof of valid driver's licenses including CDL
- Proof of Federal/State drug/alcohol testing & physicals
- Submit to
- 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425
- Scope location
- Chester Springs, PA
- Reported agency
- West Pikeland Township
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of West Pikeland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 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: 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425. For questions, contact Jennifer Wachsmuth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of West Pikeland in PA, 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 Wachsmuth at (610) 590-5300. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Aerial lift/bucket truck with minimum of 40' of weight/reach - 100 hrs., Support truck capable of holding wood chips generated - 100 hrs., Log truck capable of picking up and removing logs - 50 hrs., Woodchipper - 100 hrs., Stump Grinder - 50 hrs.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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: Performance Bond, Hold Harmless Clause / Agreement, Bid Response Time Acknowledgement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Certificate of Insurance, Proof of valid driver's licenses including CDL, Proof of Feder. Review the full document from Town of West Pikeland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chester Springs, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.