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Clemson University Solicits Bids for Campus Towing Services Contract

Clemson University is seeking bids for a comprehensive towing services contract to support its main campus operations. - Government Buyer: - Clemson University (higher education institution in South Carolina) - Scope of Services: - Towing vehicles for parking violations issued by university staff or police - Towing wrecked vehicles investigated by the university police - Towing services for special events (athletic events, concerts, and other university events) - Relocating vehicles between campus lots - Roadside assistance services, including unlocking vehicles and jump starts - Towing of university vehicles, including 14, 25, and 41 passenger buses - Impound services for towed vehicles - Drop fee charges as authorized by the university - Key Requirements: - Contractor must be listed on the South Carolina Highway Patrol's Wrecker Rotation List - Must have equipment capable of towing all vehicle types, including large buses - Ability to tow vehicles from parking spaces with sensors without causing damage - Must provide proof of insurance (general liability, workers compensation, automobile, garage keepers liability) - Contractor must be located within a 25-mile radius of Clemson University - Pricing must be held firm for the first two years; increases require advance approval - Contract Structure: - Initial term of one year, with up to four one-year renewal options (maximum five years) - Opportunity may be awarded to up to two vendors, but Clemson University reserves the right to award to only one - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated quantities include up to 3,320 parking violation tows annually, with additional services for special events and university vehicles

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Clemson University is soliciting bids for towing services on its main campus, including towing vehicles involved in parking violations and wrecks investigated by the university police. The contract is for one year with up to four one-year renewals, and the contractor must be listed on the South Carolina Highway Patrol's Wrecker Rotation List. The scope includes non-special event towing, special event towing for athletic and other events, and call-for-service specifications. Bidders must register and submit proposals through the university's online bidding system by April 30, 2026.

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