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Fire Wise trimming and debris bids opened; Vereen lowest qualified bidder, award set for April 7
Summary
Council opened bids for Fire Wise Bid Package #2025.02. Vereen Tree Service quoted Phase 1 at $7,500 and Phase 2 at $200/ton, substantially below Branching Out's Phase 1 quote of $63,450. Council said the award will go to the lowest qualified bidder at a Bid and Ordinance Meeting on April 7.
The Town opened bids for Fire Wise Bid Package #2025.02 on March 17, receiving proposals for two phases: Phase I (trimming rights-of-way and canopy) and Phase II (debris collection).
Branching Out Tree Service submitted a Phase I quote of $63,450 and a Phase II price of $299 per ton. Vereen Tree Service, LLC submitted a Phase I quote of $7,500 and a Phase II price of $200 per ton. Council members noted the town will award the contract to the lowest qualified bidder at a Bid and Ordinance Meeting scheduled for April 7 prior to the Council Workshop.
Councilman Brian McIntyre and the Clerk said they coordinated with local fire and rescue on placement for the April 26 Arbor Day and Fire Wise celebration, indicating the work is tied to planned community mitigation and outreach events.
Next steps: the council will review bidder qualifications and consider an award at its April 7 Bid and Ordinance Meeting.
