Opportunity
Rockford Civic Plus #726-PW-060
Rockford, IL Solicits Snow Removal Equipment and Services for 2026-2027 Season (with Renewal Options)
Posted
August 06, 2026
Respond By
September 03, 2026
Identifier
726-PW-060
NAICS
561790
The City of Rockford, Illinois is seeking bids for comprehensive snow removal services and equipment for the 2026-2027 winter season, with the potential for up to four additional years of renewal. - Government Buyer: - City of Rockford Finance Department, Central Services Division - Products and Equipment Requested: - Multiple types of snow removal vehicles and equipment, including: - 4x4 plow trucks (<1 ton GVWR, 3/4 ton 4WD, 1-ton dual rear-wheel) - Heavy equipment (mid-tier/compact wheel loaders, skid loaders, compact track loaders) - End loaders with buckets and plow blades - Single and tandem axle dump trucks (minimum 10 cubic yard box) - Semi tractor-trailers (minimum 20 cubic yard box) - Skid loaders with buckets and plow blades - Heavy duty trucks and plows (26,001-33,000 GVWR, single and tandem axle, with salt spreading capability) - Services Requested: - Complete snow removal services, including labor, equipment, and operators for residential streets, business districts, municipal parking lots, and additional plowing as needed - Operations include plowing, hauling, and cleanup, with specified performance and communication standards - Notable Requirements: - Equipment must meet minimum model year, blade width, and capacity specifications - Bidders must have at least 5 years of relevant experience - Contract is for one year with up to four one-year renewal options - Insurance and operational requirements must be met - No specific OEMs or brands are mandated, allowing for a range of equipment manufacturers - No OEMs or vendors are specified in the solicitation, but well-known manufacturers of snow removal equipment are likely to be competitive.
Description
This solicitation is issued by the Rockford Public Works Department for snow removal equipment and operators for the 2026-2027 season. It requires bidders to provide equipment and operators to perform snow removal services as specified in the bid documents. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled, and performance bonds are required. Bids must be submitted by September 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM.