Solicitation: 26062200000000000319 Snowplowing and Sanding Services at Waterville Armory & WMD

The State of Maine is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive snow‑plowing and sanding services for the Waterville Water‑Management‑District (WMD) and Waterville Armory facilities. Work will be performed each winter season from November through April, with a mandatory clearing deadline of 6:00 a.m. on the day of each snowfall event. The contract is initially for one year with the option to extend up to four additional one‑year periods, allowing for a maximum five‑year relationship. Contractors must supply a minimum fleet (¾‑plow truck, truck‑mounted sander, 5‑yard loader, 10‑yard dump truck), meet strict equipment and insurance requirements, and ensure all personnel pass federal background checks. The solicitation includes a site walk‑through on 21 July 2026 and a strict question‑submission deadline, after which bids are due on 28 July 2026. • Provide snow‑plow and sand/chemical applications when ≥ 2 inches of precipitation falls. • Clear designated parking lots, entrances, and roadways by 06:00 a.m.; maintain gate clearance and avoid improper snow piles. • Submit detailed pricing, equipment certifications, insurance certificates, and a disaster‑recovery plan via the VSS portal.