Vegetation Management Services

The Stanislaus County government authority located in Modesto, California is seeking vegetation management services to maintain local public grounds and trees. The agency requires a contractor to provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, vehicles, fuel, and insurance necessary to perform the work. The project covers tree trimming, ground support, general cleanup, and chemical applications over a two-year contract period. The scope of work requires specific labor roles billed at hourly rates, including skilled tree climbers who work from elevated positions or bucket-lifts using chainsaws. The agency also requires ground persons for non-elevated tree trimming with hand tools, general laborers for cleanup and driving, and certified applicators to handle herbicide and pesticide applications. The chemical application rate must encompass all necessary equipment, fuel, vehicles, materials, and certifications. Eligible bidders must be onshore United States organizations. The agency requires the contracted services to be performed offsite. Bidders must submit all clarifying questions no later than July 2, 2026, and the agency is currently accepting proposals to establish the budget and rates for these services.