Towing of Abandoned Vehicles, Trailers and Vessels

The City of Newport News is soliciting proposals under URFP No. 27-0502-3017 for qualified firms to provide as-needed collection, storage, auction, and disposal services for abandoned vehicles, trailers, and vessels. Managed by the Police Department and the Department of Codes and Compliance, the contract requires the contractor to arrive on-scene within one hour of notification and maintain a secure, non-shared storage facility located within the City of Newport News. The storage period typically does not exceed sixty days, and the contractor is responsible for maintaining detailed vehicle logs and submitting tags to the DMV prior to disposal. This is structured as a revenue-sharing project where the contractor shares a portion of fees and costs with the City rather than receiving standard invoicing payments. The initial contract term is one year from the date of award, with the City holding the option to renew for four additional one-year periods and a possible final six-month extension. Award decisions will be based on the best value to the City, with primary evaluation factors including the firm's technical approach, experience, key personnel, the proposed revenue-sharing amount, and the location of the storage facility. Contractors must maintain adequate liability and workers compensation insurance and adhere to strict compliance standards, including drug-free workplace and non-discrimination clauses. Proposals must be submitted via the OpenGov Procurement portal by October 14, 2026, and must remain valid for 180 days. The City reserves the right to inspect storage facilities and audit contractor records with three days' notice to ensure conformity with the scope of work.