Snow Plowing for Hartford Public Schools (SC)

The City of Hartford is seeking competent contractors to provide snow plowing, removal, and sand and salt application services for various school locations, including Rawson School, Global Academy School, Bellizzi School, and the Wish School. The contract covers the 2026-2027 snow season from October through April, consisting of a one-year initial term with up to three options to extend. Contractors must be available on-call 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays, and are required to provide curb-to-curb clearance and hauling services as needed. Equipment requirements include 4-wheel drive vehicles for small lots and tri-axels for large lots, with all operators holding a current State of Connecticut license. The award process prioritizes responsiveness and price, with a preference for City-based SC/MWBE Certified Small Businesses if their bids are within 15 percent of the lowest bid. Required submission documents include a response form, pricing sheets, an EEO report, an RFR affidavit, and a 10 percent bid bond. For contracts exceeding 50,000 dollars, a 100 percent performance and payment bond is required. Labor standards include a living wage rate effective July 1, 2026, set at 19.40 dollars per hour with family comprehensive health insurance or 28.73 dollars per hour without. Payment is issued within 30 days of receiving an acceptable invoice.