27026 Snow Plowing - Schools

The City of Gloucester, MA is soliciting sealed bids for seasonal snow plowing services at all public school properties. The contract will cover plowing of driveways, parking lots, and walkways at multiple elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as auxiliary facilities such as a dog park and administration building. Bids are to be submitted electronically by August 12, 2026, with bid packages available July 20, 2026. The city will evaluate per‑inch rates for each school location and award a multi‑year contract (likely three years) to the most competitive and qualified vendor. • Scope: Snow plowing at 10+ school sites (e.g., Plum Cove, Beeman, O’Maley Middle, Gloucester High, East Veteran’s, West Parish, Administration Building, Blackburn Dr, Alternative School/Dog Park). • Pricing: Per‑inch rates submitted for each site; total estimated annual spend around $7‑9 k based on prior bid abstracts. • Delivery: Seasonal service each winter season, potentially over a three‑year term. • Submission: Electronic bid via BidNet Direct; no pre‑bid meeting required. • Evaluation: Lowest responsible bid based on per‑inch rates and compliance with MGL Chapter 30B, §5.