Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Greenscapes Landscape Company, Inc. for the Street Tree Installation - Spring 2026 Project. The contract amount is a total of $368,100.00 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 tree plantings will represent a diverse species of trees selected specifically for each planting location, taking into consideration the specific site restrictions that each location has while not interfering with nearby utilities or structures. This project is an effort to replace some of our lost Urban Tree Canopy and reduce storm water run-off in the areas receiving new trees.
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 December 9, 2025 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on December 30, 2025. Bids were received from the following companies:
Greenscapes Landscape Company, Inc.: $368,100.00
After reviewing the bids that were submitted, it was determined that Greenscapes Landscape Company, Inc. was the lowest and most responsive bidder. Greenscapes Landscape Company, 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:
Greenscapes Landscape Company, Inc.
4220 Winchester Pike, Columbus, Ohio 43232
Bill Gerhardt, (614) 830-2602
Contract Compliance Number: 004614
Contract Compliance Expiration Date: March 5, 2027
Emergency Justification: Emergency action is requested as p...
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