Worcester Worcester #CR-8783-W7

Worcester DPW Seeks Front-End Loader Services (CAT-936 or Equivalent) for Leaf Collection

The City of Worcester Department of Public Works is seeking bids for front-end loader services to support city-wide leaf collection and related operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Worcester, Department of Public Works, Purchasing Division - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, but equipment must be at least equivalent to the CAT-936 front-end loader (Caterpillar Inc. is the referenced OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - Provision of front-end loader equipment (minimum CAT-936 or equivalent) with operator - Equipment must be available six days per week, for at least eight hours per day - Bidders must specify if they have a claw attachment or open bucket - Services are to supplement DPW during leaf collection and other operations as needed - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Equipment must meet or exceed CAT-936 specifications - Compliance with Massachusetts prevailing wage laws is required - Insurance coverage is mandatory - Contract is non-exclusive and awarded based on lowest hourly rate - Bidders must indicate type of loader attachment available (claw or open bucket) - No specific product part numbers or purchase quantities; this is a service contract

Description

This solicitation is for providing front-end loader services to supplement the Department of Public Works (DPW) during city-wide leaf collection activities and other operations as needed. The contract period is for one year, from November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2027. Bids must be submitted by September 16, 2026, and will be publicly opened at the City Hall in Worcester, Massachusetts. The contract requires compliance with minimum wage rates and includes terms for performance and payment bonds, although specific bond amounts are not provided.

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