4.5.
CC Regular Session
- Meeting Date:
- 06/27/2017
- By:
- Jeff Katers, Police
Information
Title
Award Contract for a Towing Vendor for the City of Ramsey
Purpose/Background:
The City of Ramsey has a two-year contract for towing services with NorthStar Towing that will expire June 30, 2017. Staff s requesting authorization to enter into a new three-year contract for towing services with NorthStar Towing for the City of Ramsey. This contract would run through June 30, 2020.
Notices were published in the Anoka County Union and a Request for Proposal (RFP) was released on May 24, 2017. The deadline for proposals was June 13, 2017, at 4:30 p.m. The RFP was modified from previous years based on discussions with council at work sessions.
Staff was aware of four towing companies that provided proposals for service in past years. City Wide Services, First Choice Towing, NorthStar Towing, and Collins Brothers Towing) were all mailed requests for proposals during the release date. Staff received two proposals in response to the RFP. The proposals are not attached to the case as they contain proprietary information and information on towing personnel. A summary sheet has been added to this case that shows the various charges for services as requested in the RFP.
Notices were published in the Anoka County Union and a Request for Proposal (RFP) was released on May 24, 2017. The deadline for proposals was June 13, 2017, at 4:30 p.m. The RFP was modified from previous years based on discussions with council at work sessions.
Staff was aware of four towing companies that provided proposals for service in past years. City Wide Services, First Choice Towing, NorthStar Towing, and Collins Brothers Towing) were all mailed requests for proposals during the release date. Staff received two proposals in response to the RFP. The proposals are not attached to the case as they contain proprietary information and information on towing personnel. A summary sheet has been added to this case that shows the various charges for services as requested in the RFP.
Notification:
A Letter will be mailed to the company not selected. Staff will contact the selected company and present a contract for services.
Funding Source:
Police, Fire and Public Works vehicles will be towed at a flat rate of $25. Seized vehicles will be at a rate determined in the towing contract. Tows that occur due to arrest, accident, motorist aid or other police matter will be paid by the owner/driver of the vehicle at the rate determined in the contract.
Recommendation:
Staff is recommending entering into a contract with NorthStar Towing for three years. NorthStar had the overall lowest prices and met all the conditions of the RFP. Staff is familiar with the equipment, capabilities, and public safety towing experience of both companies that provided proposals. Both companies have been long time providers of public safety towing with other municipalities and state agencies. The City Attorney will review the contract prior to signature by city staff.
Action:
Motion to authorize city staff to enter into a three year contract with NorthStar Towing.
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Kurt Ulrich | Kurt Ulrich | 06/22/2017 01:29 PM |
- Form Started By:
- Jeff Katers
- Started On:
- 06/22/2017 11:48 AM
- Final Approval Date:
- 06/22/2017