Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Hilscher Clarke Enterprises, LLC DBA Hilscher-Clarke Electric for the Street Tree Removal 2024 Project. The contract amount is $114,191.00, with a contingency of $10,000.00, for a total of $124,191.00 being authorized by this ordinance.
This project will include removing 327 trees, including stumps, along streets Citywide. The contracted work is anticipated to begin in the fall of 2024 and be finished by the end of spring 2025. This project will help complete some of the back-logged tree removal work orders for the Department. The general public should see minimal impact to street access while work is being performed.
Vendor Bid/Proposal Submissions (Office of Diversity and Inclusion designation status):
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, on May 30, 2024 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on June 20, 2024. Bids were received from the following companies:
Hilscher-Clarke Electric (MAJ): $114,191.00
A-1 Tree Care, Inc. (MAJ): $169,016.00
Russell Tree Experts, Ltd. (MAJ): $187,500.00
Axes Tree Service (MAJ): $239,999.00
Oberlander’s Tree & Landscape, Ltd (MAJ): $241,300.00
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that Hilscher-Clarke Electric was the lowest and most responsive bidder. Hilscher-Clarke Electric and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to prequalification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329.
Principal Parties:
Hilscher-Clarke Electric
519 4th Street NW
Canton, Ohio 44703
Clifton Perren, (330) 452-9806
Contract Compliance Number: 047114
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: October 31, 2025
Emergency Justification: Emergency action is requested as the tree removals t...
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