Vendor service contract for nuisance abatement services and private property clean-up

The City of Milwaukee, located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, is seeking a vendor service contract for nuisance abatement services and private property clean-up through Bid #21537. The contract will run for one year from February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027, with an option to extend for five additional one-year periods. The successful contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, materials, supervision, equipment, and services necessary to perform cleanup of private properties based on abatement referrals. This includes removal and disposal of various types of debris such as construction waste, garbage, brush, logs, tires, e-waste, and hazardous items, as well as reporting nuisance or hazardous conditions to the Department of Neighborhood Services. Bidders must submit completed bid documents through the Bonfire portal by December 18, 2025, at 4:30 PM CT and possess specific equipment including two garbage packers, a 2.5-ton dump truck, a pickup truck, a Skid-Steer Loader, and a brush chipper. The evaluation will be weighted across pricing per cubic yard cleaned (90%), tire disposal handling fees (5%), and stop charges for incomplete work (5%), with the award going to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The procurement includes significant Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation requirements, mandating 25% SBE involvement in accordance with City of Milwaukee Ordinance Chapter 370 Section 5. Local Business Enterprise (LBE) bidders may receive preference, with bids allowed to exceed the lowest bid by up to 5% (or $25,000) or 10% (or $30,000) if certified as an SBE. Contractors must comply with living wage provisions, currently set at $15.00 per hour as of October 11, 2025, and submit quarterly compliance affidavits. Insurance requirements are extensive, including Workers' Compensation, Employer's Liability, Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Umbrella Liability, with specific coverage limits and the City of Milwaukee needing to be named as an additional insured. Contractors must complete work within 72 hours of receiving a work order, with liquidated damages of $250 for failure to commence work and $100 for non-timely completion. While no specific budget range is provided, the comprehensive requirements and detailed specifications suggest this is a significant municipal contract with potential for multiple one-year extensions.