NYS Office of General Services Snow Plowing and Salting Services IFB 3163 - Dulles State Office Building 2026
New York State Office of General Services | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Steve Gibbs
- (518) 486-7240
The 30-second brief
The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) is soliciting bids under IFB #3163 for comprehensive snow management services at the Dulles State Office Building located at 317 Washington Street, Watertown, NY. The scope includes snow plowing, shoveling, blowing, ice removal, and salting for the parking garage, loading dock, sidewalks, plaza, and surrounding access routes. The contractor must furnish all labor, equipment (Bobcats, snow blowers, dump trucks), and materials (salt, ice melt). A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 1, 2026, at 10:00am EST. Bidders must have at least three years of commercial experience and be able to respond on-site within one hour. The contract term is two years with two optional one-year renewals. Bids are due by September 29, 2026, at 2:00pm EST.
Bid Proposal Form, Cover Letter, Proof of Minimum Qualifications, Administrative Submission, MWBE Utilization Plan, SDVOB Utilization Plan
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on Grand Total Bid
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Summary
The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) is soliciting bids under IFB #3163 for comprehensive snow management services at the Dulles State Office Building located at 317 Washington Street, Watertown, NY. The scope includes snow plowing, shoveling, blowing, ice removal, and salting for the parking garage, loading dock, sidewalks, plaza, and surrounding access routes.
The contractor must furnish all labor, equipment (Bobcats, snow blowers, dump trucks), and materials (salt, ice melt). A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 1, 2026, at 10:00am EST. Bidders must have at least three years of commercial experience and be able to respond on-site within one hour. The contract term is two years with two optional one-year renewals. Bids are due by September 29, 2026, at 2:00pm EST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on Grand Total Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bid Proposal Form
- Cover Letter
- Proof of Minimum Qualifications
- Administrative Submission
- MWBE Utilization Plan
- SDVOB Utilization Plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- IFB Appendix A
- IFB Appendix B
- IFB Appendix C
- IFB Appendix D
- IFB Appendix E
- IFB Appendix F
- IFB Attachment 1
- IFB Attachment 2
- IFB Attachment 3
REQUIRED STAFFING
Contract Management Specialist, Compliance Specialist
- Submit to
- Albany, NY
- Scope location
- Watertown, NY
- Reported agency
- New York State Office of General Services
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from New York State Office of General Services | State of New York?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 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: Albany, NY. For questions, contact Steve Gibbs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including New York State Office of General Services | State of New York in NY, 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 IFB 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 Gibbs at (518) 486-7240. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Contract Management Specialist, Compliance Specialist. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Proposal Form, Cover Letter, Proof of Minimum Qualifications, Administrative Submission, MWBE Utilization Plan, SDVOB Utilization Plan. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on Grand Total Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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 IFB?
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: IFB Appendix A, IFB Appendix B, IFB Appendix C, IFB Appendix D, IFB Appendix E, IFB Appendix F, IFB Attachment 1, IFB Attachment 2, IFB Attachment 3. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from New York State Office of General Services | State of New York for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Watertown, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.