Parks Tree Removal and Hauling Services RFP.pdf

Location:	Kansas
Posted:	Jun 18, 2026
Due:	Jun 26, 2026
Agency:	City of Salina
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	F - Natural Resources and Conservation Services S - Utilities and Training Services
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

TREE REMOVAL AND HAULING SERVICES

CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS

RFP Issue Date: June 18, 2026

Proposal Title: Removal and Hauling of 25 Trees at Six Locations

Department: Parks and Recreation

The City of Salina, Kansas, is requesting sealed proposals from qualified contractors to

provide all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, rigging, hauling, disposal, traffic and

pedestrian control, and site cleanup necessary to remove and haul away twenty-five (25)

trees located at six (6) City park properties. These removals are anticipated to be difficult

and require adequate equipment, experienced personnel, and a higher level of technical

complexity due to size, condition, access constraints, proximity to infrastructure, and

public-use areas.

1. Project Locations

The work will occur at the following locations:

• Lakewood Park – South

• Oakdale Park

• Gypsum Hill Cemetery

• Thomas Park

• Country Club Park

• Sunset Park

https://maps.app.goo.gl/NieveLmyeHoDbZ9p6

730 Oakdale Dr. Salina, KS

2020 E. Iron Ave. Salina, KS

1525 N 9th St, Salina, KS

5 Crestview Dr, Salina, KS

700 Sunset Dr. Salina, KS

2. Scope of Work

The selected contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supervision,

transportation, hauling, disposal, and incidentals necessary to complete the work.

Services shall include, but are not limited to:

• Removal of designated trees identified by the City.

• Hauling and lawful disposal of all logs, limbs, brush, wood, and related debris.

• Use of cranes, aerial lifts, loaders, climbing systems, rigging, and other specialized

equipment as needed

• Protection of adjacent trees, turf, sidewalks, curbs, streets, irrigation, utilities,

headstones, fencing, shelters, playgrounds, and other public improvements

• Work zone protection and pedestrian/public safety controls during operations

• Final site cleanup, leaving each location in neat condition

Unless otherwise approved in writing by the City, stump grinding is not included in this

Request for Proposals.

3. Contractor Qualifications

Proposers shall demonstrate experience performing difficult or high-risk tree removals of

similar scope, especially in parks, cemeteries, or other public-use settings. Proposers

should have:

• Qualified supervisory staff and trained field personnel

• Adequate equipment to perform complex removals safely and efficiently

• Experience in protecting public property and minimizing disruption

• Appropriate business licensing and insurance coverage

• A satisfactory safety record

4. Proposal Submittal Requirements

Proposals should be prepared to communicate the following after bid closing:

A. Qualifications and Experience

A summary of similar projects completed within the last five (5) years, including

municipal or public sector work if available.

B. Project Schedule

Estimated start date, number of working days required, and confirmation of ability

to complete the work within the City’s requested timeframe.

C. Insurance

Proof of current insurance or a certificate sample showing general liability,

automobile liability, and workers compensation coverage.

5. Price Proposal

Proposers shall submit a lump sum price for each location listed below. Pricing shall

include all labor, equipment, supervision, hauling, disposal, traffic and pedestrian control,

and cleanup necessary to complete the work at that location.

Location

Lakewood Park South (4 Trees)

Oakdale Park (1 Tree)

Gypsum Hill Cemetery (13 Trees)

Thomas Park (4 Trees)

Country Club Park (2 Trees)

Sunset Park (1 Tree)

Total Proposal Price

Lump Sum Price

$__________

Additionally, please provide a unit price for hauling of additional debris that would be

separate from the trees identified above.

Hauling One (1) Load of Debris (Separate

from Lump Sum Price for Trees

$__________

The City reserves the right to award by individual location, multiple locations, or total

project, whichever is deemed to be in the best interest of the City.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive minor informalities, request

clarification of proposals, and accept the proposal or proposals deemed most

advantageous to the City.

6. General Conditions

The contractor shall verify site conditions prior to beginning work. All work shall be

performed in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and

safety standards, including OSHA requirements. The contractor shall be responsible for

any damage caused by its operations and shall restore affected areas to a neat and stable

condition.

Work shall be coordinated with City staff to minimize disruption to public access and

normal operations. The contractor shall maintain secure work zones and shall not leave

hazardous conditions unattended.

The selected contractor shall not assign or subcontract the work without prior written

approval from the City.

8. Proposal Submission

Proposal Due Date: Friday, June 26, 2026

Proposal Due Time: 12:00 pm

Submission Location/Method: Email

Proposals shall be submitted to: dennis.arnold@salina.org

Questions Regarding this RFP Shall Be Directed To:

Dennis Arnold

Parks Superintendent

Phone: 785-826-7275

Email: dennis.arnold@salina.org

9. Reservation of Rights

The City of Salina reserves the right to:

• Reject any or all proposals

• Cancel, revise, or reissue this RFP

• Request additional information from any proposer

• Investigate proposer qualifications

• Award by individual location, grouped locations, or total project

• Negotiate terms with the selected proposer or proposers

10. Signature

The undersigned certifies that the proposal submitted is firm and binding for a period of

sixty (60) days from the proposal due date and that the proposer has examined the

requirements of this Request for Proposals.

Company Name: ____________________________________

Authorized Representative: __________________________

Title: ______________________________________________

Phone Number: _____________________________________

Email Address: _______________________________________

Signature: __________________________________________

Date: ______________________________________________

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