FY 26-27 New Haven Public Schools Snow Removal/Control and Ice Treatment/Control - Zone 4

The City of New Haven’s Department of Finance (Bureau of Purchases) is issuing an RFP for on‑call snow‑plow and ice‑treatment services for the 2026‑2027 season covering schools, municipal offices and storage facilities within Zone 4. Vendors must submit a technical proposal (no pricing) and a separate price proposal, demonstrate a fleet capable of handling 6‑18 inches of snowfall, provide at least eight staff per zone, and meet a one‑hour arrival window for emergency events. The contract is on‑call for the entire winter season and includes local‑preference and living‑wage requirements. Evaluation will be based on equipment, staffing, response plan, safety, compliance, prior experience and price structure. • Scope: Snow plowing, ice treatment, and removal for driveways, parking lots, walkways at multiple public facilities. • Geographic focus: New Haven, Connecticut – Zone 4 (specific schools listed in attachments). • Timeline: RFP released 9/14/2026; pre‑bid meeting 9/21/2026 (optional); questions due 9/22/2026; proposals due 9/29/2026. • Submission: Two‑part electronic filing via OpenGov portal (technical and price files separate). • Mandatory requirements: Minimum 8 staff per zone, equipment list (Appendix A), compliance with local‑preference, living‑wage, equal‑opportunity, and safety standards. • Evaluation: 60 % technical (equipment, staffing, response plan, safety, compliance, priority service) + 20 % prior experience + 20 % pricing. • Contract length: One winter season (2026‑2027).