Town of Lake Park - As-Needed Grapple-Truck Services - ITB NO. 127-2026 (2026)
Town of Lake ParkCity · Lake Park, FL- Due
- Aug 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jaime J. Morales
- (561) 881-3345
The 30-second brief
The Town of Lake Park Public Works Department is seeking sealed bids for as-needed grapple-truck services to provide supplemental capacity for bulk waste, vegetative debris, illegal dumping, and other authorized collection needs under ITB NO. 127-2026. The scope includes fully operational grapple or clam trucks (TL3 or comparable loader, 20- to 30-cubic-yard debris body range) with trained professional operators, fuel, insurance, and routine maintenance for collecting tree limbs, brush, palm fronds, and bulk household items. Services will be authorized via purchase orders or work orders on a nonexclusive, as-needed basis, with anticipated usage up to approximately three days per week. The submission deadline is August 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with written questions due by August 07, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Bids must be submitted to the Town Clerk, 535 Park Avenue, Lake Park, Florida 33403, as one marked original, two copies, and one searchable PDF on a USB drive.
Standard full-day service - up to 8 service hours, Half-day service - up to 4 service hours, Approved time beyond 8 hours, Urgent mobilization fee, Additional ground laborer/spotter, Cancellation after contractor mobilization, Advanced traffic-control crew
Total Evaluated Bid Price, Responsiveness and Responsibility, Local merchant and certified minority or Florida veteran-owned business preference
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Summary
The Town of Lake Park Public Works Department is seeking sealed bids for as-needed grapple-truck services to provide supplemental capacity for bulk waste, vegetative debris, illegal dumping, and other authorized collection needs under ITB NO. 127-2026.
The scope includes fully operational grapple or clam trucks (TL3 or comparable loader, 20- to 30-cubic-yard debris body range) with trained professional operators, fuel, insurance, and routine maintenance for collecting tree limbs, brush, palm fronds, and bulk household items. Services will be authorized via purchase orders or work orders on a nonexclusive, as-needed basis, with anticipated usage up to approximately three days per week. The submission deadline is August 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with written questions due by August 07, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Bids must be submitted to the Town Clerk, 535 Park Avenue, Lake Park, Florida 33403, as one marked original, two copies, and one searchable PDF on a USB drive.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Total Evaluated Bid Price
- Responsiveness and Responsibility
- Local merchant and certified minority or Florida veteran-owned business preference
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Standard full-day service - up to 8 service hours
- Half-day service - up to 4 service hours
- Approved time beyond 8 hours
- Urgent mobilization fee
- Additional ground laborer/spotter
- Cancellation after contractor mobilization
- Advanced traffic-control crew
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Completed and signed Bid Submission Form
- Completed Price Schedule
- Bidder qualifications and company information
- Equipment inventory with make
- Model
- Year
- Body capacity
- Loader type
- Ownership status
- Photographs
- Operator and staffing plan
- Three references
- Evidence of current insurance or agent letter
- Certifications and affidavits
- List of requested exceptions
- Substitutions
- Approved equivalents
- Acknowledgment of every addendum
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- Town Clerk, 535 Park Avenue, Lake Park, Florida 33403
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Lake Park, Florida
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Lake Park?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 24, 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: Town Clerk, 535 Park Avenue, Lake Park, Florida 33403. For questions, contact Jaime J. Morales.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Lake Park in FL, 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 Jaime J. Morales at (561) 881-3345. 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: Operator, Ground laborer, Spotter. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standard full-day service - up to 8 service hours, Half-day service - up to 4 service hours, Approved time beyond 8 hours, Urgent mobilization fee, Additional ground laborer/spotter, Cancellation after contractor mobilization, Advanced traffic-control crew. 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: "Total Evaluated Bid Price, Responsiveness and Responsibility, Local merchant and certified minority or Florida veteran-owned business preference" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Lake Park?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Lake Park are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Lake Park 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 1 year. 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: Completed and signed Bid Submission Form, Completed Price Schedule, Bidder qualifications and company information, Equipment inventory with make, model, year, body capacity, loader type, ownership sta. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Lake Park for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lake Park, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.