HomeMy WebLinkAbout25 - Notice of Awards - 2026 Urban Forest Management Plan (3)RFP – 2026 Urban Forest Management Plan
Scoring Tool
Candidate Name: __Arbor Pro_____________________ Date: ______12/1/25_____________________
Panelist Name: ______Alex Nordquest__________________ POINTS: ____90____/100 IX. SELECTION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
1. Respondent’s approach to the Project
Possible Points: 30
• Excellent description of visual tools & software
• Detailed response to staffing/equipment scope
• “Planting palettes” innovative idea
POINTS_25/30
2. Qualifications of Firm and Key Personnel to be assigned to this Project
Possible Points: 20
• Certainly qualified with number of staff assigned and arboricultural background
POINTS___20/20
3. Capabilities to meet time schedule
Possible Points: 20
• Staff explicitly dedicated to the project, but concerns about distance (California)
POINTS_15/20
4. Experience creating innovative public engagement methods
Possible Points: 20
• Kickoff meetings, variety of in-person/virtual meetings
• Variety/detail in visual tools
POINTS__20/20
5. Familiarity and/or previous experience with City of Bozeman
Possible Points: 5
• Great response, mentioning high elevation and cold winters/hot summers
POINTS___5/5
6. Urban Forestry planning experience in Northern Rocky Mountain Region
Possible Points: 5
• Mention work in rockies, but not specifically Montana
POINTS___5_/5