Class C tow truck snoqualmie pass 2025-2027

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and Washington State Patrol (WSP) are seeking a Registered Tow Truck Operator (RTTO) to provide critical winter weather support services on Snoqualmie Pass through a Class C tow truck contract. The procurement covers towing services for Interstate 90, specifically requiring a tow truck capable of rapidly removing disabled or collided commercial vehicles weighing up to 105,000 pounds during winter events. The contract will span two winter seasons from December 1, 2025 to April 15, 2027, with the selected operator required to remain staged near the summit and respond immediately to incidents as directed by WSDOT or WSP. Bidders must submit hourly rates based on a 12-hour minimum deployment period, with provisions for a minimum four-hour deployment if events are downgraded. The solicitation requires strict compliance with Washington State prevailing wage requirements, and operators must be registered with the Department of Labor & Industries and the Office of Financial Management. Bids are due on November 7th, 2025 at 2:00 pm, with the primary objective of maintaining clear travel lanes and ensuring public safety during severe winter conditions.

The contract appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, and tow companies participating in this program are explicitly prohibited from charging vehicle owners for services rendered. Operators must meet comprehensive qualifications, including winter-ready vehicles, appropriate certifications, and compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) guidelines. The contract covers five Washington counties: Franklin, Grant, Grays Harbor, Chelan, and Yakima, suggesting a broad geographic service area. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the hourly rate structure and 12-hour minimum deployment suggest a potentially significant contract value. The solicitation emphasizes technical capabilities and operational readiness over price, with a clear focus on selecting a highly qualified tow truck operator capable of performing critical winter emergency response services on a challenging mountain pass route.