RFP 27-001 District-Wide Snow Plowing 2026-27

The Stillwater Area Public Schools (ISD 834) is soliciting qualified snow‑and‑ice removal contractors to provide district‑wide snow plowing services for the 2026‑27 winter season. The contract covers clearing of parking lots, entrances, and driveways after snowfall events, with specific response times (e.g., removal before 6 AM) and requirements for equipment, material pricing, and per‑push cost estimates. The agreement runs from November 1 2026 through May 1 2027, with the possibility of up to four one‑year extensions. Bidders must submit sealed electronic proposals by October 16 2026, answer any questions by October 6 2026, and meet insurance, bonding, and performance‑bond requirements. Evaluation will consider experience, equipment, cost, and references. • Scope: Snow and ice removal for all school‑site parking lots, entrances, and selected playground/ emergency paths. • Contract period: 6 months (Nov 1 2026 – May 1 2027) with optional extensions. • Submission deadline: Oct 16 2026 2 PM (electronic). • Award anticipated: Oct 27 2026. • Required documentation: Non‑collusion certification, insurance certificates, equipment pricing, per‑push estimates, references. • Evaluation weights: Experience 35 %, Equipment 20 %, Cost 35 %, References 10 %. • Mandatory bonds for contracts > $175 k.