27DPW120G On-Call Snow Hauling Services

The Town of Needham Department of Public Works is soliciting bids for on-call snow hauling services for the winter season running from November 15, 2026, through April 30, 2027. The contract requires the selected contractor to provide all labor and equipment necessary to remove and dump snow at designated locations. Required equipment includes 10, 18, and 32 cubic yard dump trucks, with an optional D6 or larger bulldozer. Contractors must be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays, and must respond to emergency calls within two hours and commence operations within eight hours of contact. All hauling vehicles must be steel, silt-proof, water-resistant, and equipped with secure covers in compliance with DOT standards. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with only one contract being granted. Minimum qualifications include at least three continuous years in business and five professional references, three of which must be governmental units. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM and must include a comprehensive set of forms, including bid pricing, bidder information, authentication, and tax compliance certifications. Payment terms are net 30 days based on unit bid prices. The Town Manager serves as the awarding authority, and all performance obligations are subject to the availability and appropriation of funds.