SNOW PLOWING AND/OR HEAVY DUTY SNOW REMOVAL WITH WHEEL LOADERS 2026-2027

The City of Waterbury is soliciting qualifications from multiple operators to provide citywide snow removal services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The scope of work is divided into two primary categories: snow plowing and sanding of city roads, and heavy duty trucking and snow removal utilizing wheel loaders. Services must be available from November 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027, under the direction of the Public Works Department and the Bureau of Streets. All equipment must undergo city inspection by November 20, 2026, to ensure it meets minimum standards. Plowing equipment is categorized by gross vehicle weight ranging from light duty (11,500 to 19,500 lbs) to heavy duty (33,001 lbs or greater), with established hourly rates between 90 and 250 dollars depending on the equipment type and service provided. The selection process involves a two-stage approach consisting of short-listing based on technical and managerial capabilities, equipment quality, and prior performance, followed by interviews and negotiations. Awarding is at the sole discretion of the City. Successful vendors must comply with the Federal Davis-Bacon Act, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, and HUD Section 3 clauses. Additionally, vendors must obtain approval from the City Risk Manager for all insurance before commencing operations and are required to use city-issued magnetic plates on all vehicles. Responses were due by November 13, 2026, and required the submission of a vendor qualification statement, vehicle information sheets, and a non-collusive affidavit.