City of Augusta Police Department Towing Services Request for Bid - RFSB No. 226015
City of AugustaCity · Augusta, ME- Due
- Nov 25, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 7, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jesse T. Brann
- (207) 626-2370 ext 3416
The 30-second brief
The City of Augusta Police Department is seeking sealed bids for towing and wrecker services for vehicles under 10,000 lbs GVWR, including city-owned or leased vehicles, vehicles parked in violation of city ordinances, and vehicles ordered towed by the police department. The contract term is effective from November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026. Services include service calls (jump starts, lockouts, gas delivery), standard towing of disabled vehicles, motor vehicle accident towing with debris removal, winching, mileage, and daily storage. Bids are due by November 25, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Augusta City Hall, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, Maine 04330. Vendors must provide towing/wrecker service commercial liability insurance in the minimum amount of $400,000 combined single limit and road service liability coverage.
Service Call (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Tow (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Motor Vehicle Accidents (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Winching, Mileage, Storage
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Summary
The City of Augusta Police Department is seeking sealed bids for towing and wrecker services for vehicles under 10,000 lbs GVWR, including city-owned or leased vehicles, vehicles parked in violation of city ordinances, and vehicles ordered towed by the police department.
The contract term is effective from November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026. Services include service calls (jump starts, lockouts, gas delivery), standard towing of disabled vehicles, motor vehicle accident towing with debris removal, winching, mileage, and daily storage. Bids are due by November 25, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Augusta City Hall, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, Maine 04330. Vendors must provide towing/wrecker service commercial liability insurance in the minimum amount of $400,000 combined single limit and road service liability coverage.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Service Call (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Tow (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Motor Vehicle Accidents (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Winching, Mileage, Storage
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Specifications
- Quote Form
- W9
- Insurance Certificate
- Written permission from property owner for storage location
- Submit to
- Office of the Development Services-1st Floor (City Services), 16 Cony Street, Augusta, Maine 04330
- Scope location
- Augusta, ME
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Augusta?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 2025. 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: Office of the Development Services-1st Floor (City Services), 16 Cony Street, Augusta, Maine 04330. For questions, contact Jesse T. Brann.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Augusta in ME, 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 Jesse T. Brann at (207) 626-2370 ext 3416. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Service Call (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Tow (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Motor Vehicle Accidents (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.), Winching, Mileage, Storage. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Augusta?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Augusta are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Augusta 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 1 year. 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Specifications, Quote Form, W9, Insurance Certificate, Written permission from property owner for storage location. Review the full document from City of Augusta for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Augusta, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.