City of Frederick - Towing and Recovery Services (Small Business Reserve Program) - IFB-26-07 (2026)
City of FrederickCity · Frederick, MD- Due
- Mar 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Steve Johnson
- (301) 600-1886
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Frederick is seeking bids for 24-hour/7-days-a-week towing, recovery, and removal of motor vehicles as requested by the City Parking Department for the Scofflaw Program, the Department of Public Works Mechanic Shop, and the Frederick Police Department. The work includes the removal of unauthorized vehicles from the Olde Towne Parking Lot at 327 North Market Street, recovery of City-owned vehicles from a fleet of over 400 vehicles including cars, vans, pick-up trucks, construction-type trucks, dump trucks, and garbage trucks, and providing winch-out services, pulling drive shafts, and dolly usage. The initial contract term is for two years with options to renew for up to two additional years on a year-to-year basis. The submission deadline is March 11, 2026, at 3:00 pm. Bidders must be part of the Small Business Reserve Program, maintain a minimum fleet of four trucks, and comply with insurance and SBR certification requirements.
Car and Light Trucks (less than 10, 000 GVW, Single axle) including hook-up; Medium Duty Trucks (10, 000-26, 000 GVM, Single axle) including hook-up; Heavy Duty Trucks and Equipment (GVW 26, 001 lbs or more, Single axle) including hook-up; Heavy Duty Trucks and Equipment (GVW 26, 001 lbs or more, Dual axle) including hook-up; Winch-Out Fee Cars and Trucks (up to 26, 000 GVW); Winch-Out Fee Heavy Duty Trucks and Equipment (26, 001 GVM and over); Pulling Drive Shaft; Dolly Usage Fee; After Hours Fee (nights, Weekends, Holidays); Towing (in excess of 10 miles)
Price, Qualifications
SUMMARY
The City of Frederick is seeking bids for 24-hour/7-days-a-week towing, recovery, and removal of motor vehicles as requested by the City Parking Department for the Scofflaw Program, the Department of Public Works Mechanic Shop, and the Frederick Police Department.
The work includes the removal of unauthorized vehicles from the Olde Towne Parking Lot at 327 North Market Street, recovery of City-owned vehicles from a fleet of over 400 vehicles including cars, vans, pick-up trucks, construction-type trucks, dump trucks, and garbage trucks, and providing winch-out services, pulling drive shafts, and dolly usage. The initial contract term is for two years with options to renew for up to two additional years on a year-to-year basis. The submission deadline is March 11, 2026, at 3:00 pm. Bidders must be part of the Small Business Reserve Program, maintain a minimum fleet of four trucks, and comply with insurance and SBR certification requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, Qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Car and Light Trucks (less than 10, 000 GVW, Single axle) including hook-up
- Medium Duty Trucks (10, 000-26, 000 GVM, Single axle) including hook-up
- Heavy Duty Trucks and Equipment (GVW 26, 001 lbs or more, Single axle) including hook-up
- Heavy Duty Trucks and Equipment (GVW 26, 001 lbs or more, Dual axle) including hook-up
- Winch-Out Fee Cars and Trucks (up to 26, 000 GVW)
- Winch-Out Fee Heavy Duty Trucks and Equipment (26, 001 GVM and over)
- Pulling Drive Shaft
- Dolly Usage Fee
- After Hours Fee (nights, Weekends, Holidays)
- Towing (in excess of 10 miles)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Insurance Certifications
- SBR Certification
- References
- Vendor Information Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityoffrederickmd
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Frederick, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Frederick?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 11, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityoffrederickmd. For questions, contact Steve Johnson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Frederick in MD, 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 Steve Johnson at (301) 600-1886. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Car and Light Trucks (less than 10, 000 GVW, Single axle) including hook-up; Medium Duty Trucks (10, 000-26, 000 GVM, Single axle) including hook-up; Heavy Duty Trucks and Equipment (GVW 26, 001 lbs or more, Single axle) including hook-up; Heavy Duty Trucks and Equipment (GVW 26, 001 lbs or more, Du. 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: "Price, Qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Frederick?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Frederick are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Frederick 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 2 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Insurance Certifications, SBR Certification, References, Vendor Information Form. Review the full document from City of Frederick for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Frederick, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.