RFP for Tree Clearing

The Municipality of Highlands East is seeking proposals from qualified professionals to clear cut all trees from a specified area of the Eel’s Lake Landfill Site for future expansion.

Intent of Proposal

  • Clearing of brush and tree removal at the Eel’s Lake Landfill Site.
  • Brush is to be burnt if weather conditions are appropriate.
  • Approximately 1.9 acres to be cleared.
  • Trees are to be skidded, piled and cut in a place designated by the Municipality.
  • Trees are the property of the Municipality.
  • Area of work is specified on the map included in the proposal package.
  • Tree removal is to be completed by no later than October 30, 2026.

A site visit of the proposed work area is recommended.  Site visits are to be scheduled with the Operations Supervisor.  To arrange a site visit, please contact Jonathan Scott by email at jjscott@highlandseast.ca or via telephone at 705-448-1595.

Download the RFP Document

Submissions

Sealed submissions, clearly marked, "RFP-08-2026 – Tree Clearing at Eel’s Lake Landfill" will be received until 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at the main office located at the address below:

Municipality of Highlands East
2249 Loop Road
PO Box 295
Wilberforce, ON K0L 3C0
Attn: Brittany McCaw, CAO/Treasurer