New York State Contract Reporter #2137250

Towing Services for the 2026 New York State Fair

The New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets, NYS Fair Division, is seeking towing services for the 2026 New York State Fair at the NYS Fairgrounds in Syracuse, Onondaga County. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets, NYS Fair Division - Office: New York State Fair - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are mentioned; procurement is open to New York State small businesses and certified enterprises - Products/Services Requested: - Towing services for NYS Fair Department needs (pre-fair and during the fair) - Includes towing cars, lightweight trucks, and heavy trucks up to 40,000 lbs - One vehicle required on-site during specified hours - Preferred towing and roadside assistance for fair patrons - Services include towing vehicles and trailers, jump starts, lockouts, tire changes, and fuel delivery - Vendors charge consumers directly for patron services - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Up to three vendors will be selected as preferred towing companies - Vendors must provide properly equipped and insured tow trucks - All drivers must be uniformed and properly licensed - Detailed service records and post-event reports are required - Vendors must meet specific response time requirements - No MWBE, SDVOB, or DBE goals are set for this procurement - Pricing is based on hourly tow rates and a service price list

Description

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking towing services for the 2026 New York State Fair. The contract includes towing vehicles for the NYS Fair Department needs during the pre-fair and fairtime periods from August 24, 2026, to September 7, 2026. Additionally, up to three companies will be selected as preferred towing vendors to provide services to fair patrons during the fair from August 26, 2026, to September 7, 2026. Services include towing, jump-starting cars, opening locked doors, changing flat tires, and assisting with fuel delivery. The procurement is conducted under discretionary authority without a formal competitive process.

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