City of Keizer Request for Proposal to Provide Towing Services 2026
- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Tammie Harms
- (503) 390-8295
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Keizer is soliciting competitive proposals for citywide towing services, storage, recovery, and related services on a rotational basis. The contract covers Class A, Class B, and Class C towing services, abandoned tows, ordinance tows, evidence tows, and disabled vehicle tows for city-named assets and public roads within Keizer, Oregon. The initial contract term is three years with four one-year annual renewal options, resulting in multiple awards to three contractors. Proposals are due by October 27, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Keizer City Hall. Vendors must provide proof of insurance per OAR 257-050-0070, worker's compensation, minimum facility and equipment standards including a 10,000 sq ft outdoor storage facility, background checks, and signed submittal forms.
Organization structure, staffing provided to perform services and background check (25 points), Facilities and equipment/vehicles provided to perform services (25 points), References, responsiveness and performance history for comparable services in the past five years (25 points), Proposed Rate Schedule (25 points)
SUMMARY
The City of Keizer is soliciting competitive proposals for citywide towing services, storage, recovery, and related services on a rotational basis.
The contract covers Class A, Class B, and Class C towing services, abandoned tows, ordinance tows, evidence tows, and disabled vehicle tows for city-named assets and public roads within Keizer, Oregon. The initial contract term is three years with four one-year annual renewal options, resulting in multiple awards to three contractors. Proposals are due by October 27, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Keizer City Hall. Vendors must provide proof of insurance per OAR 257-050-0070, worker's compensation, minimum facility and equipment standards including a 10,000 sq ft outdoor storage facility, background checks, and signed submittal forms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Organization structure, staffing provided to perform services and background check (25 points), Facilities and equipment/vehicles provided to perform services (25 points), References, responsiveness and performance history for comparable services in the past five years (25 points), Proposed Rate Schedule (25 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Proposer's Submittal Checklist
- Introductory Letter
- Proposer information and company organization chart
- List of employees with position
- Duties
- Experience
- Training/certification
- Notarized Authorization to Conduct Investigation and Release of Information form
- Three references for comparable services
- Equipment/vehicle list
- Facility description list
- Proposed rate schedule
- Non-Disclosure Form (Appendix A)
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- City of Keizer Information Counter, 930 Chemawa Rd NE, PO Box 21000, Keizer, OR 97307
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Keizer, OR
- Projected sq ft
- 10,000 sq ft
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Keizer?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Keizer Information Counter, 930 Chemawa Rd NE, PO Box 21000, Keizer, OR 97307. For questions, contact Tammie Harms.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Keizer in OR, 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 Tammie Harms at (503) 390-8295. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Organization structure, staffing provided to perform services and background check (25 points), Facilities and equipment/vehicles provided to perform services (25 points), References, responsiveness a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Keizer?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 27, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Proposer's Submittal Checklist, Introductory Letter, Proposer information and company organization chart, List of employees with position, duties, experience, and training/certification, Notarized Aut. Review the full document from City of Keizer for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Keizer, OR. The total projected area is 10000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.