Description
The City of Minneapolis is seeking a vendor to provide ground‑thawing services—including equipment rental and on‑site operation—for its Public Works Surface Water & Sewers division. The contract is a fixed‑price, one‑year agreement (with up to two 12‑month extensions) capped at $175,000, and the award will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Bidders must submit a completed bid form through the eSupplier portal, acknowledge any addenda, and meet prevailing‑wage, insurance, and licensing requirements. The work must commence within 48 hours of each City request, and the vendor must be able to supply 1–2 thawing units per job, handling up to four simultaneous jobs.
• Scope: Rental of ground‑thawing equipment (e.g., heating blankets, steam‑producers) and provision of continuous 7‑day operation.
• Pricing: Unit rates for a 3 × 5 ft set‑up fee, daily, weekly (7‑day), and monthly (30‑day) usage; all taxes/fees included.
• Mandatory compliance: Prevailing‑wage certification, Certificate of Insurance, no subcontracting, and adherence to Minnesota statutes.