Snow Plowing for Cul-de-sacs and related areas

The Town of Berlin, Connecticut is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to provide snow‑plowing services for all municipal cul‑de‑sacs and related areas during the 2026‑2027 snow season (Fall 2026 through Spring 2027). The contract is initially for one season with the possibility of up to two extensions, and includes a guaranteed minimum payment of $2,500. Vendors must supply their own trucks (minimum ½‑ton, four‑wheel‑drive, equipped with angle plows and chains), drivers, and a backup vehicle, and must maintain comprehensive insurance and a $2,500 performance bond. • Contract period: Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 (≈ 6 months), extendable up to two additional seasons. • Minimum guaranteed payment: $2,500; additional hourly rates for plowing, equipment, fuel, maintenance, and labor. • Required equipment: at least one plow‑equipped truck (½‑ton, 4WD) plus one reserve truck; optional spare vehicles may be offered. • Insurance: $1M CGL per occurrence, $2M aggregate, $1M auto liability, workers’ comp, $1M umbrella, plus additional insured status for the Town. • Performance bond: $2,500 payable to the Town. • Submission: Electronic only via the Town’s e‑procurement portal; deadline October 19, 2026 4:00 PM. • Questions due: October 12, 2026 4:30 PM. • Qualification: Demonstrated Connecticut snow‑plow experience (last 3 years), proper licensing, business continuity plan, no tax or contract defaults. • Evaluation factors: price, experience, references, ability to respond promptly, compliance with insurance and procedural requirements.