Snow Removal and De-Icing for Taconic DDSOO Group Homes

The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is soliciting quotes for snow removal and de-icing services across multiple group homes located in Dutchess County. The procurement is specifically for two clusters of Taconic DDSOO community residences, with a contract term from January 15, 2019 to June 30, 2019. Contractors must provide comprehensive snow and ice removal services seven days per week, automatically commencing clearing operations at 3 inches of snow accumulation and completing all work by 7:00 AM daily. Required services include clearing driveways, parking areas, fire exits, walkways, and other designated areas at these residential locations. Interested contractors must possess appropriate snow removal and de-icing equipment, provide applicable references, and maintain required insurance coverage. Contractors are mandated to comply with prevailing wage requirements and must submit cost proposal forms by the specified deadline of December 10, 2018 at 3:00 PM. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest total estimated cost for each cluster, with OPWDD reserving the right to reject any or all offers.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly outlined in the procurement documents. The bid results spreadsheet indicates potential winning vendors including Highland Development, New England Property Maintenance, Anthony J. Salvatore Trucking, DiLorenzo Tree Care, Prime Restoration Services, and Top Seed Landscape Design, though these appear to be from a previous bidding cycle. While precise award values were not comprehensively detailed, the bid results spreadsheet suggests contract values ranging from $35,200 to $430,700 across various service clusters. Contractors are required to visit the sites prior to submission and are prohibited from subcontracting work without written OPWDD approval. In the event of a tied bid, OPWDD will utilize random selection to determine the awardee. Interested parties with questions are directed to contact Laura Pushkarsh via email at laura.x.pushkarsh@opwdd.ny.gov or by phone at 845-877-6821, extension 3274.