Tree Trimming:
Pruning includes the removal of all dead wood, corrective pruning, removal of invasive vines and pruning to
improve the appearance of the tree and make the river visible.
Commencement of work:
The selected Bidder shall remove all marked trees within six (6) weeks of receiving notice to begin work unless
the City grants an extension. The request for extension shall be in writing.
Cleanup:
All derbies shall be cleaned immediately after removal or pruning of a tree. All streets and driveways shall be
swept clean. Care shall also be taken as not to damage other trees, shrubs or lawn not included for removal.
Safety Requirements:
All work shall be done in accordance with the New Hampshire Traffic Control Plan. Contractor will be
responsible for high visibility vest for employees when working within 25 feet of roadways. Safety cones shall
be used around equipment and roadways.
The contractor shall take all precaution to avoid damaging all drip irrigation hoses. Damages to the
infrastructure caused by the contractor during the terms of this contractor shall be repaired at the sole expense of
the Contractor within eight (8) days of damage.
Debris Removal:
All debris from the tree removal operations shall be removed from the site within twenty-four (24) hours after
debris has been placed, unless authorized by the City. Should the Contractor need a location for temporary
storage, such authorization and designation shall be given by the City prior to storage. Under no circumstance
shall debris be left on the premises or street overnight, weekend or holidays without written permission from the
City.
In addition, keeping debris off the street and walkway areas and out of the gutters prevents the debris from
entering and plunging the sewer systems. Environmentally accepted practices of debris disposal are also an
important part of this work.
Tree Stump Removal:
Trees that are removed shall have the stumps trimmed as close to the ground as possible.
Disposal of Material:
Contractor shall legally dispose of all waste materials in accordance to City and State laws governing the
disposal of such materials,
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