Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1441-COG01-COG01-133024

City of Gardner Solicits Contractors for FY27 Snow Removal and Ice Control Services

The City of Gardner Department of Public Works is seeking qualified contractors to provide on-call snow removal and ice control services for the 2026-2027 winter season. - Government Buyer: - City of Gardner, Department of Public Works, Purchasing Department - Scope of Services: - On-call hourly snow removal and ice control services - Contractors must provide properly equipped vehicles and operators available 24/7 - Response required within one hour of notification - Services include plowing, snow removal, sanding, clearing intersections, and hauling snow - Equipment Requirements: - Pickup trucks (minimum 3/4 ton, 4WD, reversible plow) - One ton dump trucks (4WD) - 6-wheel and 10-wheel dump trucks - Front-end loaders (various bucket sizes) - Backhoes - D6-D8 dozer cabs with operator - Trailer dumps - Spreaders (six to under ten cubic yards) - Maximum hourly rates specified for each equipment type - Contractors must submit equipment lists for approval and pass inspections - Strict insurance and licensing requirements; City must be named as additional insured - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified contractors - Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be ready for inspection by October - Operators must have good driving records - Contractors must be available 24/7, including holidays - No minimum hourly work period guaranteed per storm - Contract period runs from November through June, covering the winter season - Opportunity is not subject to M.G.L. Chapter 30B and is open to all qualified contractors

Description

The City of Gardner, through its Purchasing Agent and on behalf of the Department of Public Works, is soliciting qualified contractors to register for snow removal and ice control services on an as-needed basis for the winter 2026-2027 season. The contract includes operators capable of plowing, snow removal, and sanding operations. Work assignments will be at the discretion of the Director of Public Works for primary and secondary contractors. Contractors must be properly licensed, insured, and have equipment ready for inspection by October 9, 2026.

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