BidNet Direct #24-25-52

The City of Visalia is seeking bids for an annual contract to provide on-call towing services for its municipal fleet. - Government Buyer: - City of Visalia Purchasing Division, Public Works - Fleet Division - Scope of Services: - On-call towing for approximately 490 vehicles (320 light-duty, 170 heavy-duty) - Two service options: light-duty vehicle towing (Option 1) and heavy-duty vehicle towing (Option 2) - Estimated annual quantities: - 84 light-duty vehicle tows (GVWR ≤ 15,000 lbs) - 24 heavy-duty towing hours (GVWR > 15,000 lbs) - 100 on-site tire changes (light-duty only) - Additional services: - Mileage charges for tows outside city limits - Secure overnight vehicle storage as authorized - Notable Requirements: - Bidders may propose for one or both towing options - Mandatory insurance, operational, and safety compliance - Detailed affidavits and certifications required - Prices firm for 12 months, with annual CPI-based adjustments (max 5%) - No specific OEMs are named; opportunity is open to all qualified towing service providers - Place of Performance and Delivery: - Primary towing destination: City of Visalia Corporation Yard, 336 N. Ben Maddox Way, Visalia, CA - Contracting office: City of Visalia Purchasing Division, 707 W. Acequia Avenue, Visalia, CA - Pre-bid meeting location: City Hall, 707 W. Acequia Ave., Visalia, CA

The City of Visalia is soliciting bids from qualified vendors to establish an annual contract for on-call towing services for use by the Fleet Department. The contract covers towing services for the City's fleet, which includes approximately 490 vehicles (320 light-duty and 170 heavy-duty). The solicitation includes two options: light-duty vehicle towing and heavy-duty vehicle towing, and bidders may bid on one or both options. The initial contract term is for twelve months with the possibility of four one-year extensions.