RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Fixed Price Bidding for Line Clearance JF Arboriculture & Urban Forestry (AUF) FD International Society of Arboriculture SP 117 OP 121 DO 10.48044/jauf.1984.022 VO 10 IS 4 A1 Rossman, Walter R. A1 Howard, Sandra L. YR 1984 UL http://auf.isa-arbor.com/content/10/4/117.abstract AB Penelec redirected its policy and procedure for accomplishing its line clearance program in 1979 to incorporate prioritizing all line clearance projects and fixed price competitive bidding. During the ensuing years the change in direction of the program has been accomplished with continuing success and improvement while incorporating substantial budget increases. Substantial savings in dollars have been achieved over the 4-year period using the new method of contract.