About this opportunity
AI summaryThe government authority located in Guttenberg, NJ, seeks a vendor to provide auto and truck towing services. The selected servicing garage must supply at least two wreckers, appropriate equipment, and ample controlled storage space for disabled or abandoned vehicles. Additionally, all garage employees who drive vehicles must hold an unrestricted driver's license, except for required corrective lenses. Eligible applicants are limited to onshore USA organizations. Proposals must be submitted physically by post or courier. The source text does not state the submission deadlines, question deadlines, proposal evaluation criteria, contract term, or specific budget details.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Town of Guttenberg
Scope of work
- Provide towing and impounding of vehicles upon direction of the Guttenberg Police Department
- Maintain at least two wreckers available 24/7 capable of towing large tractor/trailers, buses, passenger cars, and light trucks
- Provide sufficient storage space for disabled or abandoned vehicles towed at the request of the Town
- Respond and have equipment on scene within fifteen minutes from dispatcher notification
- Give priority to Town calls during adverse weather, heavy traffic, or declared Traffic Emergencies
- Provide plans showing sufficient controlled area for vehicle storage
- Ensure driver employees hold unrestricted driver's licenses except for required glasses
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications of the individuals who will perform the tasks and the amounts of their respective participation | Not specified |
| Ability to perform the task in a timely fashion, including staffing and familiarity with the subject matter | Not specified |
| Ability to be available with the appropriate personnel at all times necessary to accomplish the representation | Not specified |
| The cost and expense that will be necessary to familiarize the attorney with the legal issues arising in the prosecution of municipal offenses | Not specified |
| Cost competitiveness in light of all of the above factors | Not specified |
| Experience and references | Not specified |
| Other factors, if demonstrated to be in the best interest of the Town | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Driver's license with no restrictions or conditional endorsements except glasses for driving personnel
- Proof of business registration with the New Jersey Division of Taxation prior to contract award
- Compliance with N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq. Affirmative Action requirements
Documents to include with your response
- One original and one copy of the RFP submission
- Official Tower's Application
- Proof of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Statement of corporate ownership (c.52:25-24.2)
- Letter of Qualification
- Letter of Intent
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Americans with Disabilities Act form
- Affirmative Action Compliance Notice
- Minority/Woman Business Enterprise form
Key dates
- Proposals due
- Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 10:00 am
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy delivered via courier, post, or hand delivery
- Instructions
- Submit one original and one copy on white 8 1/2" x 11" paper to Dr. Cosmo A. Cirillo, Town Clerk, Office of the Town Clerk, Guttenberg Town Hall, 6808 Park Avenue, Guttenberg, New Jersey 07093.
Contract details
- Term
- January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027
- Place of performance
- Town of Guttenberg, New Jersey
- Insurance and bonding
- Workmen's Compensation Insurance; Liability insurance covering bodily injury ($1,000,000 per person, $1,000,000 per occurrence) and property damage ($1,000,000 per accident with deductible not exceeding $2,500) with collision coverage for all vehicles; 30 days notice of cancellation.