Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Custom Lawn Care & Landscaping, L.L.C. for the Street Tree Installation Fall 2023 Project. The contract amount is $262,874.50, with a contingency of $7,125.50, for a total of $270,000.00 being authorized by this ordinance.
This project will be installing 754 trees in numerous Columbus neighborhoods and in all Forestry Planning Areas to help replace tree species that have been removed due to tree mortality. The project will also include planting 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. Selection will take into consideration the specific site restrictions that each location has in an effort to replace some of our lost Urban Tree Canopy. These plantings will help to 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 August 24, 2023 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on September 19, 2023. Bids were received from the following companies:
Custom Lawn Care & Landscaping (MAJ): $262,874.50
Marlczewski’s Lawn Care (MAJ): $270,140.00
Greenscapes Landscape (MAJ): $289,965.00
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that Custom Lawn Care & Landscaping, L.L.C. was the lowest and most responsive bidder. Custom Lawn Care & Landscaping, LLC and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to prequalification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329.
Principal Parties:
Custom Lawn Care & Landscaping, L.L.C.
2411 SR 22 SW
Washington Court House, Ohio 43160
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