Snow & Ice Removal Services for IPTC Facilities

The Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation (IPTC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB 25-08-559) for comprehensive snow and ice removal services across eight IPTC facilities in Marion County, Indiana. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide 24/7 snow and ice removal services, including de-icing and salting operations, with a three-year initial contract term and two potential one-year extensions. Successful vendors must supply all necessary salt, de-icing agents, and materials while maintaining proactive weather monitoring and ensuring safe facility access during winter events. The bid is scheduled for release on September 29, 2025, with a pre-bid meeting via MS Teams on October 9, 2025. Formal bid submissions are due by November 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with bid opening and award notifications planned for November 3 and November 21, 2025, respectively. Contractors will be expected to manage comprehensive snow removal services, including labor, equipment, materials, and special services across multiple IPTC locations.

The solicitation includes specific participation goals for minority-owned (MBE), women-owned (WBE), veteran-owned (VBE), and disabled-owned (DOBE) businesses, with target percentages of 15%, 8%, 3%, and 1%, respectively. The current contract holder is R.A.S.K and Associates, and funding for this procurement will come from multiple sources, including Federal Transit Administration funds, state sales tax, local property tax, and passenger fare revenue. The contract is tax-exempt, and IPTC requires vendors to demonstrate capability in managing complex winter maintenance operations across transportation facilities. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the comprehensive nature of the services and multi-year contract structure suggest a substantial procurement opportunity for qualified snow and ice removal contractors. Interested vendors must provide detailed pricing schedules for each facility, covering various service components and demonstrating their ability to maintain safe operational conditions during winter weather events.