Vehicle Towing and Storage Services

The City of Riverside, Missouri is soliciting sealed bids from qualified towing companies to provide 24‑hour police‑ordered, non‑preference and City‑requested vehicle towing and storage services. The contractor must maintain at least two tow trucks (minimum 1‑ton capacity, 8,000‑lb boom, 3,000‑lb winch), respond to calls within 30 minutes, operate a secure storage facility, and invoice monthly. The contract is initially for one year with optional extensions up to three additional years. Bids are due 11:00 AM CDT on 20 Nov 2026. Key points: • 24/365 towing capability; • Minimum response time 30 min; • Must provide both outside and climate‑controlled inside storage (up to 96 hrs); • Minimum equipment: two tow trucks, communication devices, safety lighting, etc.; • Insurance requirements: $1 M per occurrence/$3 M aggregate for general liability, auto, workers’ comp, etc.; • Monthly invoicing with detailed tow tickets; • No bids after deadline; • City may terminate at any time; • Extensions possible for up to three years.