City of Cape Girardeau Police Department Towing Services Invitation to Bid 2026
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- Reported Agency
- City of Cape Girardeau Police Department
- Primary Contact
- Brian Vassalli · (573) 335-6621 ext 1248
- Scope Location
- Cape Girardeau, MO
- Submission Address
- 2530 Maria Louise Lane, Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701
SUMMARY
The Cape Girardeau Police Department is soliciting sealed bids from qualified towing companies to provide 24/7 towing, recovery, storage, and related services. The scope includes vehicle towing, accident recovery, impound towing, abandoned vehicle removal, evidence vehicle transport, and secure vehicle storage. Bidders must demonstrate adequate equipment, trained personnel, proper licensing, insurance, and secure storage facilities. The resulting contract is scheduled to go into effect on September 30, 2026. Bids must include a fee schedule, average response times within the City of Cape Girardeau, and references from government or law enforcement contracts. Sealed quotes are due by 5:00 p.m. on September 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best interest of the City and Police Department, equipment adequacy, personnel training, licensing, insurance, storage facilities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Company information, Towing/recovery capabilities description, Equipment list, Proof of insurance/licenses, Fee schedule, Storage security description, Average response time, References
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this ITB from City of Cape Girardeau?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 2530 Maria Louise Lane, Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701. For questions, contact Brian Vassalli.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Best interest of the City and Police Department, equipment adequacy, personnel training, licensing, insurance, storage facilities" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cape Girardeau?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cape Girardeau are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cape Girardeau regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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 City of Cape Girardeau for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including City of Cape Girardeau in MO, 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 ITB 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 Brian Vassalli at (573) 335-6621 ext 1248. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cape Girardeau, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Company information, Towing/recovery capabilities description, Equipment list, Proof of insurance/licenses, Fee schedule, Storage security description, Average response time, References. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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