Opportunity
North Dakota Bismarck Civic Plus #1365
City of Bismarck Solicits Snow Hauling Services for 2026-2028 Winter Seasons
Posted
July 31, 2026
Respond By
August 26, 2026
Identifier
1365
NAICS
484220
The City of Bismarck, North Dakota, is seeking contractors to provide snow hauling services for its Department of Public Works Service Operations for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 winter seasons. - Government Buyer: - City of Bismarck, Department of Public Works Service Operations, Office of the City Administrator - Products/Services Requested: - Snow hauling services using tandem trucks or larger vehicles (minimum 12 yards per load) - Services to be provided primarily between midnight and 8:00 a.m., with additional hours possible depending on snowstorm totals - Bids to be submitted as hourly rates for snow hauling operations - Contract Structure: - Option for a one-year contract (2026-2027 season) or a two-year contract (2026-2028 seasons) - City reserves the right to terminate the second year if costs are not acceptable - Notable Requirements: - Contractors must provide proof of a valid business license to operate in North Dakota - Required insurance coverage includes $2,000,000 for both Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability, with the City named as additional insured and a waiver of subrogation - Contractors are responsible for all fuel, maintenance, and repairs - The City may award contracts to multiple bidders - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
The City of Bismarck is soliciting cost proposals for hauling snow as part of snow removal operations for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 seasons. This is a two-year contract, with contractors able to bid for one or both years. Bids must be submitted by August 26, 2026, and include specific insurance coverage requirements. The City reserves the right to reject bids, hold bids for 60 days, or waive irregularities. The contract requires the use of tandem trucks or larger with a capacity of 12 or more yards per load.