Telluride Parking Lot Snow Removal

The Town of Telluride is seeking sealed proposals from qualified vendors for winter parking lot snow removal services across multiple municipal locations, including Lot B/South Pearl, Lot L/Shandoka, Lot 34/Carhenge, and a regional wastewater treatment plant access road. The procurement covers snow removal services for the 2025-2026 winter season, with a contract period from November 1, 2025, through April 23, 2026. Contractors must remove snow when accumulations exceed 4 inches, with specific clearing time constraints for each lot: 8:00 AM for Lot 34, 9:00 AM for Lot B, and 10:00 AM for Lot L. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive documentation, including equipment lists, hourly rates, contractor qualifications, and performance and payment bonds. The town will evaluate bids based on multiple criteria, including the contractor's ability, experience, compliance with laws, financial resources, and commitment to environmental practices. Penalties of $200 per hour will be assessed for late completion, and the town reserves the right to adjust bid quantities by -25% to +25% at the same unit cost.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide detailed pricing schedules for each lot, with hourly rates for various equipment and snow removal activities. The Town of Telluride will be exempt from state and local sales taxes on materials, and the contract includes provisions for potential snow hauling at the town's discretion. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, contractors will need to demonstrate technical capabilities and equipment readiness for efficient snow removal operations. The bid package suggests a comprehensive approach to winter maintenance, requiring vendors to have appropriate machinery and operational expertise. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed pricing schedules and potential for snow hauling indicate a potentially significant contract value for the selected vendor. Interested contractors must submit their complete bid packages by the October 15, 2025 deadline to be considered for this winter maintenance contract.