RFP 27‑07 – Snow Removal Services

Rowan University is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive snow‑removal, ice‑control, and salting services for five of its campuses across Harrison and Camden, New Jersey, for the 2026‑27 winter season (July 2026 – June 2027) with the possibility of two one‑year extensions. The work includes plowing, shoveling, snow piling, timely entrance clearing, emergency response within 60 minutes, and application of appropriate de‑icing agents, using contractor‑provided equipment only. Bidders must attend at least one mandatory site‑visit per location during the 6‑15 Oct 2026 window and submit a complete electronic proposal by 3 Nov 2026. The contract requires extensive insurance coverage, NJ business registration, and a suite of certifications and disclosures. No budget ceiling is disclosed, so pricing must be competitive and based on typical regional snow‑removal rates. • Scope: Snow‑removal, ice‑control, salting, 24/7 emergency response for roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and building entrances. • Mandatory site‑visits: 6‑15 Oct 2026 (one per location) – attendance required. • Contract term: 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027 (12 months) with up to two optional one‑year renewals. • Requirements: Specific equipment list, 5‑year experienced staff, extensive insurance (minimum $1 M per occurrence), NJ business registration, non‑debarring certifications, and detailed pricing tables (all price fields left blank). • Submission: Electronic only via Rowan’s procurement portal; deadline 3 Nov 2026 2 pm.