Borough of Florham Park Tow License Application and Ordinance 2026-2028
Borough of Florham ParkCity · Florham Park, NJ- Due
- Dec 1, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2024
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Clerk'S Office
The 30-second brief
The Borough of Florham Park is soliciting applications for Towing/Wrecker Operators to be placed on a rotational list for police-initiated towing and storage services for a three-year term commencing January 1, 2026. The scope includes 24-hour emergency response, recovery of vehicles, and provision of a secured storage facility located within specific nearby jurisdictions (Florham Park, Chatham, Madison, Morristown, East Hanover, Hanover, or Morris). Applicants must meet strict insurance requirements, including $1M garage keeper's liability and $2M automobile liability, and provide a list of licensed operators with background checks. Applications are due to the Borough Clerk's Office no later than December 1, 2025. A first-time application fee of $500.00 or a renewal fee of $250.00 is required.
Tow vehicle registration cards, Insurance policy pages, Certificates of insurance, Warning light permits, List of tow operators, Driver's license photocopies, Business references
Compliance with Chapter 228, background checks, facility inspections, adequacy of equipment, and best interests of the Borough if applicants exceed available licenses
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Summary
The Borough of Florham Park is soliciting applications for Towing/Wrecker Operators to be placed on a rotational list for police-initiated towing and storage services for a three-year term commencing January 1, 2026.
The scope includes 24-hour emergency response, recovery of vehicles, and provision of a secured storage facility located within specific nearby jurisdictions (Florham Park, Chatham, Madison, Morristown, East Hanover, Hanover, or Morris). Applicants must meet strict insurance requirements, including $1M garage keeper's liability and $2M automobile liability, and provide a list of licensed operators with background checks. Applications are due to the Borough Clerk's Office no later than December 1, 2025. A first-time application fee of $500.00 or a renewal fee of $250.00 is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Compliance with Chapter 228
- Background checks
- Facility inspections
- Adequacy of equipment
- Best interests of the Borough if applicants exceed available licenses
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Tow vehicle registration cards
- Insurance policy pages
- Certificates of insurance
- Warning light permits
- List of tow operators
- Driver's license photocopies
- Business references
- Submit to
- 111 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932
- Scope location
- Florham Park, NJ
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Borough of Florham Park?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 111 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932. For questions, contact Clerk'S Office.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Florham Park in NJ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Clerk'S Office. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tow vehicle registration cards, Insurance policy pages, Certificates of insurance, Warning light permits, List of tow operators, Driver's license photocopies, Business references. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with Chapter 228, background checks, facility inspections, adequacy of equipment, and best interests of the Borough if applicants exceed available licenses" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Florham Park?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Florham Park are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Florham Park regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Borough of Florham Park for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Florham Park, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.