RFP Snow Shoveling, Plowing & De-Icing Services - 2026

Wayne State University is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive snow‑plowing, snow‑removal, and de‑icing services for its campus parking structures, lots, driveways, and sidewalks for the 2026‑2029 contract period, with two optional one‑year extensions. The vendor must submit a detailed technical plan, a cost schedule with per‑occurrence and seasonal rates, meet specific insurance and wage‑rate requirements, and be ready to begin service by early October 2026. • Scope covers ~1.7 million sq ft of sidewalks across five zones and dozens of parking structures/lots. • Pricing structure includes seasonal lump‑sum rates (capped at 48 inches of snowfall) and per‑push rates for deeper events, plus hourly rates for off‑site equipment. • Vendor must provide rubber‑blade plows, 24‑hour communication, weekly reporting, and assume liability for any property damage. • Mandatory insurance (CGL $1 M, Professional Liability $2 M, Auto $1 M, etc.) and compliance with Wayne State’s smoke‑free and wage‑rate policies. • Contract term is three years (Oct 1 2026 – Sep 30 2029) with potential two‑year extensions; award expected mid‑September 2026.