Tree Planting Program
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Glenelg Shire Council invites quotes from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for tree planting and establishment services for advanced street trees on Council-managed nature strips, road reserves and other nominated reserves. Scope The scope includes: Planting of advanced street trees on Council-managed nature strips, road reserves and other nominated reserves Establishment services for advanced street trees at the nominated locations Contractor Requirements Suitably qualified and experienced in tree planting and establishment services Instructions to Tenderers Late quotations will not be considered. Enquiries Contact: Adam May, Team Leader Parks and Gardens, Glenelg Shire Council Phone: 03 5522 2275 Email: amay@glenelg.vic.gov.au
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