Snow Removal / Equipment Rental for 2026-2027

The City of Watertown, South Dakota, is soliciting sealed quotes for comprehensive snow‑removal and equipment‑rental services for the 2026‑2027 winter season (October 1 2026 – September 30 2027). Vendors must provide hourly rates that include labor, fuel, parts, safety gear, and any required de‑icing material. The scope covers motor graders, front‑end loaders, dump trucks, skid‑steer loaders, snow‑blowers, tractors, semi‑tractors with trailers, dozers, and sidewalk snow‑clearing with de‑icing. All equipment must be in full working condition, and contractors must carry workers’ compensation and $1,000,000 property‑damage insurance. Quotes are due by 2:00 PM on September 24 2026 and will be opened at City Hall. • Service period: Oct 1 2026 – Sep 30 2027 (12 months) • Required deliverables: hourly rates for each equipment type, quantity, and insurance documentation • Mandatory insurance: workers’ comp and $1M property‑damage coverage, proof due by Oct 1 2026 • Submission format: sealed envelope marked “QUOTES FOR SNOW REMOVAL / EQUIPMENT RENTAL 2026‑2027” • Bid opening: Sep 24 2026, 2:00 PM, City Hall, 20 N Maple, Watertown, SD • Invoicing: monthly, due by the 18th of each month for the prior month’s work