Explanation
This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Custom Landscape Contractors, LLC for the installation of 104 street trees along East Long Street in the Near East Civic Association area.
Background: Funding is in place to replace street trees in eleven of the Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization (NCR) areas throughout the City of Columbus over the next five years. Replanting of trees along East Long Street was a request submitted by the Near East Civic Association. The planting locations were inspected and a list of replacements was finalized in late 2015. These new plantings will represent a diverse species of trees selected specifically for each planting location and takes into consideration the specific site restrictions that will help to maximize the Urban Tree Canopy and reduce storm water run-off. The trees were also specifically selected to not interfere with nearby utilities or structures. This project will support the mission of the Recreation and Parks Master Plan by adding trees to the Columbus Urban Tree Canopy and replacing trees lost to the Emerald Ash Borer and other causes of tree mortality. Increasing the tree canopy will increase the health and wellness of Columbus citizens by reducing storm water runoff, reducing utility costs within the communities and reducing air pollution.
The costs for this project will be $40,240.72 with a contingency of $9,759.28 for a total of $50,000.00.
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, on December 31, 2015 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on January 19, 2016. Bids were received from the following companies:
Company Amount
Custom Landscape (MAJ) $40,240.72
Greenscapes (MAJ) $45.760.00
After reviewing the proposals that were submitted, it was determined that Custom Landscape Contractors, LLC was the lowest and most responsive bidder.
Principal Parties:
Cust...
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