Sheriffs Office Towing and Storage Services for Arapahoe County
- Client
- Arapahoe County Finance Department Purchasing Division
- Solicitation No.
- 26-54
- Posted
- 10/23/2026
- Category
- Transportation Services
- Budget
- Looking for Proposal
- NAICS
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- Set-aside
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- Contact
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Description
AI GeneratedArapahoe County is seeking a qualified vendor to provide prompt vehicle towing and storage services in Littleton, CO. The scope includes daily storage for various vehicle types, small and large accident clean-up, and twenty-four-hour radio dispatch and telephone service using at least four equipped towing vehicles with a minimum 10,000 lb. G.V.W. rating. Eligible USA-based organizations must have a local office, a current permit, and at least three years of experience verified by state registration documents. Questions must be submitted individually on BidNet Direct by November 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Proposals are due November 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. as a single PDF uploaded through BidNet Direct. Evaluation is based on fee schedule (25%), vehicle storage capacity (25%), proximity to the Sheriff’s Office (20%), and company qualifications and experience handling law enforcement towing (30%).
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from RFP 26-54 SO Towing.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
Arapahoe County is seeking a qualified contractor to provide prompt and efficient vehicle towing and storage services for the Arapahoe County Sheriffs Office. Qualified contractors must meet specific equipment, facility, and response time standards. Award will be made to the responsive, responsible proposer that achieves the best evaluative score based on written response.
- Issued by
- Arapahoe County Finance Department Purchasing Division
- Question deadline
- November 3, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
- Proposals due
- November 18, 2026, 2:00 p.m.
- How to submit
- Electronic via BidNet Direct
- Submission details
- Submit one PDF file online at www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado with contractor name as the first word in document name.
- Contract term
- One year from the effective date with options to renew for subsequent years
- Place of performance
- Arapahoe County, Colorado
- Insurance and bonding
- Certificate of Liability Insurance required; contractor must furnish a $5,000 cash bond for claims settlement.
How proposals are evaluated
| Proximity to Arapahoe County Sheriffs Office | 20% |
| Vehicle Storage Capacity | 25% |
| Qualifications of the Company/Experience in Handling Law Enforcement Tows | 30% |
| Fee Schedule | 25% |
Scope of work
- Provide 24 hour two way radio dispatch and telephone service seven days per week
- Maintain a minimum of four towing or hauling vehicles rated at 10,000 lbs GVW minimum
- Respond to requested towing locations within 30 minutes of notification
- Provide indoor heated secure long term storage for at least three vehicles
- Tow vehicles to designated locations or storage lots
- Perform small and large accident scene clean up of debris
- Tow Arapahoe County Sheriffs vehicles at no cost to the County
Minimum qualifications
- Primary business location within 20 miles of the Arapahoe County Sheriffs Office
- Minimum of three years experience in business
- Valid permit issued by the Colorado Public Utilities Commission
- Minimum of four towing and/or hauling vehicles registered in towing firm name or legally leased
- At least one 4-wheel drive chassis vehicle and one standard commercial rollback vehicle
- Operators must possess a valid Colorado Drivers License of proper class
- Indoor heated secure long-term storage for at least 3 vehicles
- No joint ventures permitted
Documents to include with the bid
- Local Office documentation
- Three years experience Certificate of Corporation or Limited Liability Partnerships registration
- Current Colorado Public Utilities Commission Permit
- Substantiated complaints information for past 3 years
- Completed Submittal Form
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Tow Operator Information form including driver details
- Fee Schedule pricing form
- Variations and exceptions statement if applicable
- Completed W-9 form
Verify important details
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