Town of Winchendon Public Authority Towing Request for Quotations 2026-Towing
Town of WinchendonCity · Winchendon, MA- Due
- Mar 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
The Town of Winchendon Police Department is seeking quotations from responsible towing companies to perform public authority towing for a three-year period. Services are required for situations where vehicle owners have no preference, are unavailable, or during emergency circumstances such as snow removal parking bans. Minimum qualifications include Massachusetts DPU licensure for public authority towing, maintaining a secure storage area within the Town of Winchendon, roadside repair capability, and the ability to respond within 20 minutes. The procurement follows G.L. c. 30B and G.L. c. 40, 22D regulations. Bidders must provide details on their fleet, communication equipment (two-way radios), storage facilities (indoor/outdoor), and employee CORI checks. Sealed packets are due to the Town Manager by March 30, 2026.
Minimum Specifications questionnaire, Evaluative Specifications (Vehicle list, Communication info, Registration info, Contact info, Storage info, Employee info), CORI Check Acknowledgement, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Attestation Regarding State and Local Taxes, Quotation Signature Page
Responsiveness to specifications, minimum qualifications (DPU license, secure storage in town, roadside repair capability, business hours, 20-minute response time, adherence to DPU laws/fees, insurance requirements)
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Summary
The Town of Winchendon Police Department is seeking quotations from responsible towing companies to perform public authority towing for a three-year period.
Services are required for situations where vehicle owners have no preference, are unavailable, or during emergency circumstances such as snow removal parking bans. Minimum qualifications include Massachusetts DPU licensure for public authority towing, maintaining a secure storage area within the Town of Winchendon, roadside repair capability, and the ability to respond within 20 minutes. The procurement follows G.L. c. 30B and G.L. c. 40, 22D regulations. Bidders must provide details on their fleet, communication equipment (two-way radios), storage facilities (indoor/outdoor), and employee CORI checks. Sealed packets are due to the Town Manager by March 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsiveness to specifications, minimum qualifications (DPU license, secure storage in town, roadside repair capability, business hours, 20-minute response time, adherence to DPU laws/fees, insurance requirements)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Minimum Specifications questionnaire, Evaluative Specifications (Vehicle list, Communication info, Registration info, Contact info, Storage info, Employee info), CORI Check Acknowledgement, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Attestation Regarding State and Local Taxes, Quotation Signature Page
- Submit to
- Town Manager’s office, 4th Floor of Town Hall, 109 Front St., Winchendon, MA 01475
- Scope location
- Winchendon, MA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Winchendon?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Town Manager’s office, 4th Floor of Town Hall, 109 Front St., Winchendon, MA 01475.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Winchendon in MA, 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 RFQ 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Minimum Specifications questionnaire, Evaluative Specifications (Vehicle list, Communication info, Registration info, Contact info, Storage info, Employee info), CORI Check Acknowledgement, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Attestation Regarding State and Local Taxes, Quotation Signature Page. 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: "Responsiveness to specifications, minimum qualifications (DPU license, secure storage in town, roadside repair capability, business hours, 20-minute response time, adherence to DPU laws/fees, insuranc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Winchendon?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Winchendon are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Winchendon 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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. Review the full document from Town of Winchendon for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Winchendon, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.