2025-2029 Community Snow/Slush Removal and Ice Control Services in Cattaraugus, and Erie Counties

OPWDD's on behalf of the Western NY Developmental Disabilities State Operations Office (DDSOO) requires a qualified Contractor to provide Snow/Slush Removal and Ice Control Services at community residences in Cattaraugus and Erie Counties.

The Scope of Work includes but is not limited to:  Providing snow/slush removal and ice control services required at OPWDD sites which are occupied by people with developmental disabilities including some who are confined to wheelchairs. OPWDD residents often require an additional level of care regarding snow, slush, and ice removal due to functional mobility limitations.

Contractor must use sufficient size plows and have commercial quality salt/sand/calcium chloride spreading equipment to remove snow, slush, and ice from the driveways and parking lots at the locations. Manually broadcast spreading with a shovel from the bed of a pick-up truck does not provide enough coverage to driveways and parking lots. Contractor shall have adequate staff and equipment to accomplish the snow/slush removal and ice control services without delay. OPWDD reserves the right to request detailed listings of equipment, staffing, service routes, etc.

Contractor is to adhere to local/state noise control ordinances/laws and is responsible to follow all State, local and municipal codes regarding the plowing of snow/slush from OPWDD property and roadways. Contractor must possess and provide, at no cost to the State, appropriate licenses and permits associated with the provision of snow/slush removal and ice control services. Contractor shall not assign or sub-contract any or all parts of said work without written permission from OPWDD’s Contract Management Unit.

Contractor must be able to provide snow/slush removal and ice control services on a seven days per week, 24 hours a day basis. Please note: Staff change shifts at approximately 7:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. and the program participants leave their homes by 7:30 a.m. and return at 3:00 p.m. To ensure the safety of all, the driveways and sidewalks MUST be clear of show, slush, and ice; therefore, plowing, sanding, and ice control (including pre-treatment) services must be conducted with consideration to the timeframes mentioned above. Prevailing Wages apply to this contract. The PRC number for this contract is 2025900631.

All bidders must submit at least three (3) work references that will verify the bidder has three (3) years of relevant experience to complete the work as listed in Qualifications and Scope of Work.

OPWDD will select the responsible and responsive Bidder that will provide the lowest Total Annual Seasonal Cost per Site.