Light/Medium Duty On-Call Towing Service

The City of Pasadena Public Works Department Building Systems and Fleet Management Division (PW-BSFMD) is soliciting proposals for a Light/Medium Duty On-Call Towing Service contract to support municipal vehicle management needs. The procurement seeks a vendor capable of providing towing services for vehicles ranging from 10,000 to 14,000 lbs, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles, with a mandatory 30-minute response time for service calls. Vendors must demonstrate ability to change flat tires and perform low clearance towing in areas with ceiling heights as low as 84 inches. The contract will run from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with proposal submissions due by June 25, 2024, at 2:00 pm. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest Grand Total Price submitted through the City's eProcurement Portal, with award made to responsive and responsible bidders. Key submission requirements include completing technical questionnaires, equal employment opportunity forms, and providing a Unique Entity Identifier from SAM.gov.

The procurement includes several set-aside provisions and administrative requirements designed to promote local and equitable participation. Vendors must comply with the City of Pasadena's Equal Employment Opportunity practices and potentially obtain a Pasadena Business License. The Pasadena Living Wage Ordinance applies to contracts exceeding $25,000, and vendors are required to complete detailed workforce utilization forms (AA-1, AA-2, AA-3) that track demographic composition and employment practices. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive documentation suggests a structured procurement process focused on diversity, local economic impact, and technical capability. Vendors must demonstrate comprehensive technical competence through detailed questionnaires covering security protocols, data management, and integration capabilities. The procurement appears open to multiple vendors, with an emphasis on creating a competitive and inclusive contracting environment that serves the City of Pasadena's municipal fleet management needs.