Explanation
BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Utilities to enter into an Indefinite Quantity Agreement Contract with Asplundh Tree Expert LLC for Tree Trimming and Vegetative Management Services. This contract will provide services for tree removal, tree trimming and removal of vegetation in and around power distribution lines, street light circuits, water treatment facilities, sewer treatment facilities and other areas serviced by the City of Columbus
The Department of Public Utilities solicited competitive bids for Tree Trimming and Vegetation Management Services in accordance with the relevant provisions of Section 329 (RFQ018278). One-hundred and forty-three (143) vendors were solicited. Three (3) bids were received and opened on April 21. 2021. The bid from Asplundh Tree Expert LLC was deemed as the lowest, responsive, responsible and best bidder.
Therefore, the Department of Public Utilities recommends an Indefinite Quantity Agreement Contract be awarded to Asplundh Tree Expert LLC to be used on an as needed basis. This Contract will remain in force for a period of three (3) years (expiring June 30, 2024) with the option to renew annually for two (2) additional years upon mutual agreement between the parties, availability of budgeted funds, and approval by City Council. If unforeseen issues or difficulties are encountered that would require additional funding, a modification would be requested.
SUPPLIER: Asplundh Tree Experts LLC, vendor #005944, CC#23-1277550 expires 11/20/22, Majority Status
The current company is not debarred according to the Excluded Party Listing System of the Federal Government or prohibited from being awarded a contract according to the Auditor of State Unresolved Findings for Recovery Certified Search.
FISCAL IMPACT: $450,000.00 is budgeted and needed for this purchase.
$448,462.09 was spent in 2020
$582,119.16 was spent in 2019
$533,353.78 was spent in 2018
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