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

Agency: League of Minnesota Cities
State: Minnesota
Type of Government: State & Local
NAICS Category:
  • 561730 - Landscaping Services
Posted Date: Jun 10, 2026
Due Date: Jul 17, 2026
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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.

Related Documents:

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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

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
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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

STUMP DIAMETER UNIT PRICE
0-12"
13-24"
25-36"
37-48"
49"+
ITEM UNIT PRICE
Planting labor per tree
Additional labor for oversized stock (if applicable)

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 UNIT PRICE
0-12"
13-24"
25-36"
37-48"
49"+
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 UNIT PRICE
Planting labor per tree
Additional labor for oversized stock (if applicable)

EQUIPMENT / LABOR TYPE - HOURLY RATE
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

D. HOURLY EQUIPMENT & LABOR RATES
Used for storm response, hazard removals, and additional City directed work.
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EQUIPMENT / LABOR TYPE HOURLY RATE
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

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: _______________________________________________________________

AGENCY / CITY YEAR(S) SCOPE OF WORK CONTACT NAME & PHONE

B. LICENSING & CERTIFICATIONS
1. Minnesota Tree Care Registry License
License Number: ________________________________________________________________
Expiration Date: ________________________________________________________________
2. ISA Certified Arborist (Required for Oversight)
Arborist Name: _________________________________________________________________
ISA Certification Number: _________________________________________________________
Expiration Date: ________________________________________________________________
3. Additional Certifications (Check all that apply)
* ISA Certified Tree Worker

* ISA Municipal Specialist

* CTSP (Certified Treecare Safety Professional)

* TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification)

* Other: ________________________________________________________________

C. Company Experience
1. Municipal Tree Removal Experience
List at least three municipal or government clients from the past five years.
AGENCY / CITY YEAR(S) SCOPE OF WORK CONTACT NAME & PHONE

D. STAFFING & EQUIPMENT
1. Staffing Plan
Provide the number of personnel available for this contract:
* ISA Certified Arborists: _____________________________________________________
* Climbers / Cutters: ________________________________________________________
* Ground Crew: ____________________________________________________________
* CDL Drivers: _____________________________________________________________
2. Equipment Inventory
List equipment available for this project:
* Bucket Trucks: ____________________________________________________________
* Chipper Trucks: ___________________________________________________________
* Chippers (size): ___________________________________________________________
* Loaders / Skid Steers: ______________________________________________________
* Stump Grinders: __________________________________________________________
* Aerial Lifts: ______________________________________________________________
* Other: __________________________________________________________________
E. SAFETY PROGRAM
1. Safety Officer or Program Manager
Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Title: _________________________________________________________________________
2. Written Safety Program
Yes No (If yes, attach summary or table of contents.)

3. OSHA Recordable Incidents (Past 3 Years)
Year 1: ______ Year 2: ______ Year 3: ______
4. EMR (Experience Modification Rate)
Current EMR: __________________________________________________________________

EXHIBIT C
DISPOSAL DOCUMENTATION FORM
City of Monticello - 2026-2029 Tree Removal, Stump Grinding & Replanting Contract
Required for All Ash Wood Disposal Under MDA EAB Quarantine Rules

Contractor must complete this form for each disposal load or as otherwise directed by the City.
Attach scale tickets, load receipts, or disposal confirmations as required.
A. PROJECT & CONTRACTOR INFORMATION
Project Name: 2026-2027 ReLeaf Tree Removal
Program Work Order Number (TreeKeeper): __________________________________________
Date of Disposal: ________________________________________________________________
Contractor Name: _______________________________________________________________
Crew Leader / Foreman: __________________________________________________________
Phone: ________________________________________________________________________
B. SOURCE LOCATION OF MATERIAL
Check one:
* Private Property Removal

* Public Boulevard Removal

* Storm / Hazard Removal

* Additional City-Directed Work (Post-Grant)

Address or GPS Location:
Tree Species: Ash Mixed Brush Other: ______________________________________

DBH of Removed Tree(s): _________________________________________________________
Photo Upload Confirmation
All required photos uploaded to TreeKeeper

Photos attached to this form (if requested)

Photos available upon City request

C. MATERIAL TYPE & VOLUME
Check all that apply:
Logs

Brush

Chips

Mixed Wood

Stump Grindings

Estimated Volume:
* Cubic Yards: ______________________________________________________________
* Truck/Trailer Load Size: _____________________________________________________
* Number of Loads: _________________________________________________________
D. DISPOSAL SITE INFORMATION
Approved Disposal Site Name:_____________________________________________________
Site Address:___________________________________________________________________
Type of Site:____________________________________________________________________
MDA-Approved Processing Facility

MDA-Approved Disposal Site

Biomass Facility

Compost Site (chips only)

Other: ________________________________________________________________

Reason for Site Selection:_________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
E. DISPOSAL CONFIRMATION
Attach one of the following:
Scale Ticket

Load Receipt

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