HealthWest Snow Removal

Muskegon County, Michigan is soliciting bids for snow removal and salt services for two HealthWest locations: the Mental Health Center at 376 E. Apple Ave and the Clubhouse at 1470 Peck St. This Invitation for Bids (IFB) covers a three-year contract for the 2025-2026 winter seasons, with an option to renew for two additional one-year periods. The comprehensive snow removal service requires plowing and salting for snow depths ranging from less than 2" to more than 6", with all work to be completed by 7:00 AM daily. Contractors must guarantee availability of up to 200 tons of sodium chloride for the three winter seasons, handling purchasing, storage, delivery, and application of salt. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with questions due by Tuesday, September 16, and bid submissions due on Thursday, October 2 at 10 AM. Evaluation criteria include pricing submitted on a per-occurrence basis for different snow depths and salt applications, with the successful bidder required to provide a 100% performance bond and maintain specific insurance coverages.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, bidders must meet rigorous qualifications including maintaining workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability insurance with defined minimum coverage limits. The procurement does not specify existing infrastructure requirements or incumbent vendors. Pricing will be determined through the per-occurrence bid model, with rates requested for various snow depth ranges and salt applications, though a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated. Interested contractors will need to demonstrate capability to consistently service both HealthWest locations throughout the winter seasons, with reliable equipment and personnel to meet the strict 7:00 AM completion deadline. The contract includes flexibility for potential two-year renewal based on mutual agreement, providing potential long-term opportunity for the selected snow removal service provider.