Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Ironsite, Inc. for the Street Tree Installation - Fall 2024 Project. The contract amount is $319,275.00, with a contingency of $5,000.00, for a total of $324,275.00 being authorized by this ordinance.
This project consists of installing 900 trees in numerous Columbus neighborhoods and in all Forestry Planning Areas. The tree plantings will help replace tree species that have been removed throughout the City due to tree mortality. The project will also plant new trees in areas that previously did not have trees. The new tree plantings will represent a diverse species of trees selected specifically for each planting location. It takes into consideration the specific site restrictions that each location has in an effort to replace some of our lost Urban Tree Canopy and reduce storm water run-off in the area while not interfering with nearby utilities or structures.
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:
Ironsite, Inc. (MAJ): $319,275.00
Greenscapes Landscape Company (MAJ): $333,000.00
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that Ironsite, Inc. was the lowest and most responsive bidder. Ironsite, Inc. and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to prequalification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329.
Principal Parties:
Ironsite, Inc.
PO Box 304
Sunbury, Ohio 43074
Peter Isbell, (740) 965-4616
Contract Compliance Number: 005926
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: March 15, 2025
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