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This RFP closed on July 23, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

It was issued by Town Of Fairhaven Board Of Public Works. The work is located in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Licensed tree service contractor with municipal or public sector experience. Certified Arborist available for inspections and reporting. Capability to perform tree trimming, removal, and stump removal. Emergency response capacity for tree-related incidents. Familiarity with working along public ways and on government-owned properties. Regional presence in Massachusetts for timely on-call service.

On-Call Tree Services (Closed)

A government authority in Fairhaven, Massachusetts is requesting on-call tree services for public ways and agency properties. Work includes trimming, removal, stump grinding, arborist inspections, reporting, and emergency response.

Must have a permanent Massachusetts registered/licensed place of business within 60 miles of Fairhaven town boundaries for at least 3 years
Must not have defaulted on any contract within three years prior to the bid date
Must have adequate personnel and equipment to provide materials expeditiously
Must have suitable financial status to meet contract obligations
Must have appropriate technical experience in tree removal and pruning operations
Must be registered with the Secretary of State of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Must have a minimum of five years full-time experience operating tree removal and pruning equipment near energized wires
Must provide at least three municipal or commercial contract references of comparable size
Must provide a $5,000 bid security
Must provide a $1,000 performance bond
Must carry Workman’s Compensation and Contractors Liability insurance

IFB Issued: July 8th, 2026

Deadline for Submitting Questions: July 17th, 2026

Bids Due: July 23rd, 2026

Award of Contract: August 2026

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The government authority in Fairhaven, Massachusetts is seeking a vendor to provide on-call tree services on an as-needed basis. The scope of work includes tree trimming, tree removal, stump removal, Certified Arborist inspections, reporting, and emergency response related to tree incidents.

Services will support the removal and pruning of trees along public ways and on public properties managed by the agency. Questions related to the solicitation must be submitted no later than July 17, 2026.

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