Sealed bids are solicited for snow management services for Zone C in Albany, NY. Bids are due August 4, 2026, by 12:00 PM. Bid opening is August 4, 2026, at 1:30 PM. A bid deposit and performance bond are not required. The successful bidder must comply with New York State Labor Law and the Albany Living Wage Ordinance. Bidders must visit the site and familiarize themselves with existing conditions. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder. The contract term is January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with two one-year extension options. The city reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. The vendor must have an established business within a reasonable distance of Albany and demonstrate professional experience, trained staff, and control over proposed equipment. Minimum equipment levels are specified. The city will provide GPS hardware for monitoring. Invoices are due monthly. Minority/Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation goals are 15% of the total contract value and 25% of total labor hours.
Bid submission deadline is August 4, 2026, 12:00 PM. Bids must be received before the bid opening time. Late bids will be rejected.
Invoices are submitted monthly upon completion of work tasks. The city will provide a city voucher. Payment may be affected by late invoice submission. Cash discounts for early payment are offered but not considered for determining the low bidder.
Price shall include base warranty, freight, and delivery charges. Specific warranty details are not explicitly stated beyond this inclusion in pricing.
Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder whose proposal complies with all provisions. The city reserves the right to award the contract in whole or in part to one or more vendors.
Bidders must have 10 years of professional experience in similar tasks, with 2 years on public rights-of-way. A minimum of five professionally trained staff is required. Bidders must have direct control over proposed equipment (ownership or lease) and provide proof of insurance and a listing of committed equipment.
The bidder accepts provisions regarding liquidated damages in the event of failure to complete the work or produce the commodity on time. Failure to submit a monthly statement may affect timely payment.
Each bidder should visit the site of the proposed work and fully acquaint himself with existing conditions. each bidder should visit the site of the proposed work and fully acquaint himself with the existing conditions
Incomplete bid packages will be disqualified. Bids may be rejected if qualifications, financial standing, equipment, personnel, or facilities are not satisfactory. Failure to submit required letters from subcontractors may cause rejection.