Award a contract to Arboriculture de Beauce inc., the lowest compliant bidder, for pruning services of public trees under the electrical network and emergency arboriculture work, at the prices of its bid, for a maximum amount of $269,368.03, including taxes, for the period from June 15, 2025, to December 15, 2026, with an option to renew for the year 2027 - tender

This decision involves awarding a contract for essential tree maintenance services to Arboriculture de Beauce Inc. This company was selected as the lowest compliant bidder in public tender 25-21020, which had two participants. The services include pruning public trees located beneath the electrical network and performing emergency arboriculture work. The contract value is set at a maximum of $269,368.03, inclusive of taxes. The service period is from June 15, 2025, to December 15, 2026, with a provision for a renewal option for the year 2027. This contract is crucial for ensuring public safety and maintaining the health of urban trees, particularly those near power lines where specific pruning is required to prevent hazards. Emergency services ensure prompt response to storm damage or other critical situations involving trees. The work is vital for the Public Works Directorate of the Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension borough, contributing to the safety and aesthetic quality of public spaces. The inclusion of a renewal option provides flexibility for continued service.

This is a works contract in the construction and civil works, energy and power, environment and climate and information and communication technology sectors. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CAD 269,368.

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