Tree Supply, Planting and Establishment Services
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Council is seeking to appoint a Contractor/s to undertake its tree planting and establishment programs, and to appoint a panel of suppliers for tree stock supply. This covers tree stock procurement, tree planting services, and maintenance/establishment of planted trees. About Council plants approximately 2,300 trees per year, with a maintenance period of two years to ensure establishment. Scope The scope includes: 1. Planting and Establishment Services Tree planting works within naturestrips, reserves, and council sites Tree maintenance works, including watering, formative pruning, relocations, and pest/disease control Additional planting services, including tree relocation and site improvement works 2. Tree Stock Supply Supply of quality tree stock which aligns with AS2303, Tree Stock for Landscape Use Enquiries Contact: Natalie Macko, Strategic Procurement Phone: 9298 8000 Email: natalie.macko@knox.vic.gov.au
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