RFP2025-156 Towing

The City of Long Beach, located in Nassau County, New York, is seeking a primary towing contractor through Request for Proposals (RFP2025-156 Towing) to provide comprehensive towing and storage services for vehicles within city limits. The scope of services includes handling disabled, impounded, and abandoned vehicles, with the contractor required to respond to towing calls 24/7 and maintain a secure storage facility within 12 miles of the Long Beach Police Department. Key deliverables include providing detailed logs of all towing and storage activities, immediate response to towing requests within 20 minutes, and thorough scene cleanup and evidence vehicle handling. The towing rate structure is specifically defined, with standard passenger vehicle tows priced at $225 plus $5 per additional mile, and flatbed towing at $275 per tow. Storage fees are set at $25 per day for outside storage and $30 per day for inside storage, with rates increasing to $40 per day after the first three days. The RFP was posted on May 1, 2025, with proposals due by May 29, 2025, and an anticipated contract award in June 2025. The initial contract term is up to three years, with options for two additional three-year renewals at the city's discretion.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide a $5,000 proposal deposit and will be required to pay the city a fee for each tow performed. Significant insurance requirements include maintaining $2,000,000 in commercial general liability insurance and worker's compensation insurance. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, potential bidders must demonstrate comprehensive compliance with local and state regulations, technical capability to manage 24/7 towing operations, and maintain a storage facility meeting specific geographical requirements. The contract appears to have a variable award value based on the number of tows performed, with potential significant revenue generation for the successful contractor. Bidders will need to demonstrate operational readiness, including vehicle fleet capabilities, storage facilities, response times, and comprehensive insurance coverage to be considered for this municipal towing services contract.