Worcester Worcester #CR-8761-J7

Worcester DPW Solicits Medium and Heavy Duty Towing & Recovery Services

The City of Worcester Department of Public Works is seeking bids for 24/7 towing and recovery services for medium and heavy duty city-owned vehicles and equipment. - Government Buyer: - City of Worcester, Department of Public Works, Purchasing Division - Contact: Jerry Kucera - Services Requested: - Medium and heavy duty towing and recovery for vehicles and equipment, including: - Dump trucks, street sweepers, loadpackers, loaders, backhoes, farm-type equipment, trailers (up to 50 feet), and fire apparatus - Vehicles up to or exceeding 80,000 pounds GVW - Service line items include: - Call-out/hook-up (medium duty: 55 calls/year; heavy duty: 45 calls/year) - Mileage charges (250 miles/year for each category) - Off-road recovery (medium: 10 hours/year; heavy: 6 hours/year) - Stand-by (25 hours/year for each category) - Water recovery (5 hours/year for each category) - Winch to upright (5 hours/year for each category) - Drive-line/axle removal (medium: 55/year; heavy: 45/year) - Transport service (medium: 15 hours/year; heavy: 10 hours/year) - Additional manpower (10 hours/year for each category) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractors must have sufficient power-operated tow vehicles meeting Massachusetts State Police specifications (SP 357, Category III) - All vehicles must be properly marked and meet federal, state, and DOT requirements - Two-way radios or mobile phones required in all vehicles - 45-minute maximum response time - No subcontracting permitted - Multiple awards may be made to ensure coverage - Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are referenced, as this is a service-based procurement.

Description

This solicitation is for towing recovery services for medium-heavy duty vehicles and equipment owned by the City of Worcester Department of Public Works. The contract duration is two years, from October 12, 2026, through October 11, 2028, with an option for a third year renewal at the City's discretion. Services include 24/7 towing and recovery for various heavy vehicles and equipment, requiring qualified contractors with appropriate equipment and insurance. The contractor must respond within 45 minutes of a service call and maintain all required insurances and certifications.

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