SNOW PLOWING SERVICES

The City of Cambridge is soliciting independent contractors to provide snow plowing, snow clearing, and related services on an as‑needed basis for the 2026‑2027 winter season. Contractors must supply their own trucks, dump trucks, loaders, and operators, meet strict equipment specifications (minimum GVW, model year 2010+, required safety equipment, and a mandatory smartphone app for time tracking), and comply with living‑wage, insurance, and regulatory requirements. The contract runs from November 1 2026 through May 1 2027, with fixed hourly rates for each equipment class. No guarantee of work; the City will call contractors when snow events occur. Bids are submitted electronically via the city’s procurement portal by May 1 2027. • Contract period: Nov 1 2026 – May 1 2027 (≈6 months) • Services: snow plowing, snow clearing, dump‑truck hauling, equipment operation, use of city‑provided salt/de‑icing material • Equipment required: 2‑axle & 3‑axle trucks (20‑30 k lb or ≥31 k lb GVW) with plows, optional salt spreaders, semi‑tractors, pickups, dual‑rear‑wheel trucks, bobcats, front‑end loaders, backhoes, etc. • Fixed hourly rates ranging from $138 to $340 per equipment class (see detailed rate table) • Mandatory smartphone app for time‑tracking; drivers must have a charged smart‑phone • Living‑wage floor $20.32/hr for all personnel working within city limits • Required documentation: vehicle registrations, driver licenses, W‑9, CORI compliance, anti‑collusion form, insurance certificates, worker’s comp affidavit, written information security policy • Submission portal: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cambridgema (deadline 2:00 pm May 1 2027) • No pre‑bid meeting or site visit required