2026–2027 ReLeaf Private & Public Tree Removal, Stump Grinding & Tree Replanting Program

Location:	Minnesota
Posted:	Jun 10, 2026
Due:	Jul 17, 2026
Agency:	League of Minnesota Cities
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	F - Natural Resources and Conservation Services S - Utilities and Training Services
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Bid Title:	2026–2027 ReLeaf Private & Public Tree Removal, Stump Grinding & Tree Replanting Program
Category:	Request For Proposal
Status:	Open

Description:

The City of Monticello is soliciting sealed bids from qualified contractors for the removal of up to 234 private ash trees and up to 189 public boulevard ash trees, stump grinding, and 1:1 replanting under the 2026–2027 MNDNR ReLeaf Program. The selected contractor will also remain available through July 28, 2029, to perform additional removals, stump grinding, planting, and emergency response services at City-approved unit prices.

Publication Date/Time:

6/10/2026 4:00 PM

Closing Date/Time:

7/17/2026 10:00 AM

Contact Person:

Tom Pawelk
Parks, Arts & Recreation Director
Phone: 763-271-3268
Email: tom.pawelk@MonticelloMN.gov

Josh Berthiaume
Parks Superintendent
Phone: 763-271-3276
Email: josh.berthiaume@MonticelloMN.gov

Business Hours:

8 AM-4:30 PM

Fax Number:

(763) 295-4404

Qualifications:

Qualifications and References
•        Minnesota Tree Care Registry license
•        ISA Certified Arborist
•        Municipal/grant experience
•        Ability to manage 15" DBH removals
•        Digital work order capability
•        Required insurance
•        Acknowledgment of bonding and grant conditions
•        Neither the contractor or subcontractors are suspended or debarred by the State of Minnesota or the federal government
•        Provide three (3) professional references

Special Requirements:

Proposers must include:
•        The same unit prices offered to the City
•        Any additional resident specific service fees (if applicable)
•        Contact information for resident scheduling
•        Confirmation that pricing is valid through July 28, 2029

Proposers may include:
• A proposed annual adjustment formula (e.g., CPI based)
• A maximum annual increase cap (e.g., 3%)
Any adjustment must be approved by the City Council.

Attachment Preview

EXHIBIT A

A. TREE REMOVAL — DBH-BASED UNIT PRICING

Unit price shall include:

• Complete tree removal

• All debris removal

• EAB-compliant disposal

• Cleanup of all hard surfaces

DBH RANGE

UNIT PRICE

0–6" DBH

7–12" DBH

13–18" DBH

19–24" DBH

25–30" DBH

31–36" DBH

37–42" DBH

43"+ DBH

B. STUMP GRINDING — DIAMETER-BASED UNIT PRICING

Unit price shall include:

• Grinding to 12" depth

• Removal of grindings

• Backﬁll with clean soil

• Turf restoration

STUMP DIAMETER

0–12"

13–24"

25–36"

37–48"

49"+

UNIT PRICE

C. TREE PLANTING LABOR (CITY-SUPPLIED TREES)

Unit price shall include:

• Transport from staging area

• Planting per ANSI A300

• Mulch ring installation

• Watering bag installation

• Initial watering

ITEM

Planting labor per tree

Additional labor for oversized stock (if applicable)

UNIT PRICE

D. HOURLY EQUIPMENT & LABOR RATES

Used for storm response, hazard removals, and additional City-directed work.

EQUIPMENT / LABOR TYPE

ISA Certified Arborist

Climber / Cutter

Ground Crew

Bucket Truck

Chipper Truck & Chipper

Loader / Skid Steer

Stump Grinder (hourly)

Emergency Call-Out (per hour)

After-Hours / Weekend Rate

HOURLY RATE

EXHIBIT B

CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS FORM

City of Monticello — 2026–2029 Tree Removal, Stump Grinding & Replanting Contract

All proposers must complete this form in full. Failure to provide complete and accurate

information may result in rejection of the proposal.

A. COMPANY INFORMATION

Legal Company Name: ___________________________________________________________

DBA (if applicable): _____________________________________________________________

Business Address: ______________________________________________________________

City / State / ZIP: _______________________________________________________________

Primary Contact Name: __________________________________________________________

Title: _________________________________________________________________________

Phone: _______________________________________________________________________

Email: ________________________________________________________________________

Years in Business: _______________________________________________________________

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