City of Ferguson - Towing Services Request for Proposal - 2026-06
City of AnokaCity · Anoka, MN- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.67 years
- Primary contact
- Joseph Seastrom
The 30-second brief
The City of Ferguson Police Department is soliciting proposals for comprehensive towing services, including police-ordered, accident-related, abandoned, impounded, and heavy-duty towing, as well as vehicle storage and emergency recovery. The initial contract term runs from November 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with up to four additional one-year renewal options. Required equipment includes a minimum of three light-duty tow trucks (including at least one flatbed/rollback) and emergency access to heavy-duty equipment. Submissions are due by 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026.
Police-ordered towing, Accident-related towing, Abandoned vehicle towing, Impounded vehicle transportation, Heavy-duty and specialty towing, Vehicle storage, Emergency recovery
Proposed rates (30 points), response-time capability and fleet (25 points), storage facility, security, and distance from the Police Department (15 points), experience and law enforcement references (15 points), records and reporting capability (10 points), completeness of the proposal (5 points)
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Summary
The City of Ferguson Police Department is soliciting proposals for comprehensive towing services, including police-ordered, accident-related, abandoned, impounded, and heavy-duty towing, as well as vehicle storage and emergency recovery.
The initial contract term runs from November 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with up to four additional one-year renewal options. Required equipment includes a minimum of three light-duty tow trucks (including at least one flatbed/rollback) and emergency access to heavy-duty equipment. Submissions are due by 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Police-ordered towing
- Accident-related towing
- Abandoned vehicle towing
- Impounded vehicle transportation
- Heavy-duty and specialty towing
- Vehicle storage
- Emergency recovery
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Form
- Certificate of insurance
- Ferguson business license
- Driver roster
- Storage facility photographs and site plan
- Work authorization affidavit
- Non-collusion certification
- Drug-free workplace certification
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 8 months
- Scope location
- Ferguson, MO
- Reported agency
- City of Ferguson
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Anoka?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Joseph Seastrom.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Anoka in MN, 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 RFP 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 Joseph Seastrom. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Police-ordered towing, Accident-related towing, Abandoned vehicle towing, Impounded vehicle transportation, Heavy-duty and specialty towing, Vehicle storage, Emergency recovery. 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: "Proposed rates (30 points), response-time capability and fleet (25 points), storage facility, security, and distance from the Police Department (15 points), experience and law enforcement references (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Anoka?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Anoka are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Anoka 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 0.67 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Bid Form, certificate of insurance, Ferguson business license, driver roster, storage facility photographs and site plan, work authorization affidavit, non-collusion certification, drug-free workplace. Review the full document from City of Anoka for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ferguson, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.