Chippewa County Parking Lot Snow Plowing and Snow Removal Request for Quotations 2026
Chippewa CountyCounty · Chippewa County, MI- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kelly Church
- (906) 635-6330
The 30-second brief
Chippewa County seeks competitive quotes from qualified firms and individuals for seasonal parking lot snow plowing and snow removal services at four parking lots across two different facilities, including the 32-space Courthouse parking lot, Bingham Street City/County Building 8-space lot, handicapped ramp and driveway, covered jail parking entrances, and the Animal Control Shelter. The contract options cover the 2025-2026 season (1-year contract) and the 2025-2028 seasons (3-year contract). Services are required after each snow event resulting in two or more inches of accumulation, with plowing completed on weekdays before 7:00 a.m., along with spring slush removal and optional salt and sand application. Proposals must be received by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, submitted in a sealed envelope or via email to [email protected]. Vendors must maintain commercial general liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000, automobile liability, and worker's compensation insurance with Chippewa County included as a separate named insured.
Snow plowing and removal as specified in the RFQ – County Building (8-space lot), Two Covered Entrances and Handicapped Drive; Snow Plowing Cost (Annual); Snow Plowing Cost (3-year contract); Salt Applied to Parking Lots (when requested); Sand Applied to Parking Lots (when requested); Snow plowing and removal as specified in the RFQ – Courthouse Parking Lot
Ability, capacity, and skill of the respondent, prompt fulfillment without delay, character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience and efficiency, quality of performance of previous engagements, previous and existing compliance with applicable laws and ordinances, sufficiency of financial resources, number and scope of conditions attached to the bid, potential conflicts of interest, local vendor preference for businesses located within Chippewa County
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Summary
Chippewa County seeks competitive quotes from qualified firms and individuals for seasonal parking lot snow plowing and snow removal services at four parking lots across two different facilities, including the 32-space Courthouse parking lot, Bingham Street City/County Building 8-space lot, handicapped ramp and driveway, covered jail parking entrances, and the Animal Control Shelter.
The contract options cover the 2025-2026 season (1-year contract) and the 2025-2028 seasons (3-year contract). Services are required after each snow event resulting in two or more inches of accumulation, with plowing completed on weekdays before 7:00 a.m., along with spring slush removal and optional salt and sand application. Proposals must be received by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, submitted in a sealed envelope or via email to [email protected]. Vendors must maintain commercial general liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000, automobile liability, and worker's compensation insurance with Chippewa County included as a separate named insured.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
15- Ability
- Capacity
- Skill of the respondent
- Prompt fulfillment without delay
- Character
- Integrity
- Reputation
- Judgment
- Experience and efficiency
- Quality of performance of previous engagements
- Previous and existing compliance with applicable laws and ordinances
- Sufficiency of financial resources
- Number and scope of conditions attached to the bid
- Potential conflicts of interest
- Local vendor preference for businesses located within Chippewa County
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Snow plowing and removal as specified in the RFQ – County Building (8-space lot), Two Covered Entrances and Handicapped Drive
- Snow Plowing Cost (Annual)
- Snow Plowing Cost (3-year contract)
- Salt Applied to Parking Lots (when requested)
- Sand Applied to Parking Lots (when requested)
- Snow plowing and removal as specified in the RFQ – Courthouse Parking Lot
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
completed response to this Request for Quotations (RFQ) using the format provided, bid submission form, worker's compensation affidavit or certificate of assumed name, certificates of insurance
- Submit to
- www.chippewacountymi.gov
- Scope location
- Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Chippewa County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.chippewacountymi.gov. For questions, contact Kelly Church.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Chippewa County in MI, 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 RFQ 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 Kelly Church at (906) 635-6330. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Snow plowing and removal as specified in the RFQ – County Building (8-space lot), Two Covered Entrances and Handicapped Drive; Snow Plowing Cost (Annual); Snow Plowing Cost (3-year contract); Salt Applied to Parking Lots (when requested); Sand Applied to Parking Lots (when requested); Snow plowing a. 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: "Ability, capacity, and skill of the respondent, prompt fulfillment without delay, character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience and efficiency, quality of performance of previous engagements,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chippewa County?
All active and historical solicitations from Chippewa County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Chippewa County 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 RFQ?
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: completed response to this Request for Quotations (RFQ) using the format provided, bid submission form, worker's compensation affidavit or certificate of assumed name, certificates of insurance. Review the full document from Chippewa County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.