MPL Snow & Ice Removal Services

The Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) is seeking bids for snow and ice removal services for the 2025-2026 winter season, covering 13 library branch locations across Milwaukee. The procurement requires a comprehensive service involving snow plowing, clearing, and deicing for various library properties, with specific technical requirements including the use of rubber edge plow blades and calcium application for certain surfaces with permeable and stamped concrete. Vendors must have a minimum of three plow trucks available to service three distinct library clusters: North, Central, and South. The bid closing date is September 24, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. CDT, with all proposals to be submitted through the library's Bonfire portal. Bidders are strongly encouraged to conduct site visits before submitting bids, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with specific attention to the proposed snow removal approach, equipment capabilities, and pricing structure for different snow depths and deicing applications.

The procurement includes several set-aside and preference provisions for diverse businesses, specifically favoring Local Business Enterprises (LBE) and Small Business Enterprises (SBE). LBE bidders may be awarded the contract if their bid does not exceed the lowest bid by more than 5% (not to exceed $25,000), while SBE-certified businesses can have up to a 10% bid differential (not to exceed $30,000). Contractors must complete multiple compliance documents, including a Contractor Compliance Plan detailing subcontractor diversity, a Local Business Enterprise Affidavit, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, and a Slavery Disclosure Affidavit. The city has established specific living wage requirements, with a current rate of $15.00 per hour for all workers. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the service covering 13 library branches suggests a potentially significant contract value. Successful vendors must also comply with various municipal ordinances regarding business practices, wage standards, and ethical considerations.