Towing Services

Location:	Michigan
Posted:	May 6, 2026
Due:	Jun 1, 2026
Agency:	City of Ypsilanti
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	V - Transportation, Travel and Relocation Services
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Request for Proposal (RFP)

Towing Services for City of Ypsilanti Police Department

Date Issued: May 6, 2026 Proposal Due Date: June 1, 2026 by 3:00 PM

Submission Instructions

Bidders must submit one (1) original and two (2) copies of their proposals to:

Ypsilanti City Clerk Attn: Towing Bid One South Huron Street Ypsilanti, MI 48197

A bid opening will occur immediately following the submission deadline in the

Ypsilanti City Council Chambers. All proposals must include the full RFP document,

requested attachments, and any amendments issued. Late bids will not be

considered unless waived by the City Council.

For questions regarding purchasing and procedures, please contact Chief Tim

Anderson at tanderson@cityofypsilanti.com

Thank you for your interest!

I. Proposal Deﬁnitions

 City of Ypsilanti: Refers to the City of Ypsilanti and/or the Ypsilanti Police

Department.

 Bidder: An individual or business submitting a bid.

 Contractor: An entity contracted to perform work or provide materials.

Purpose of Proposal

The City of Ypsilanti seeks proposals for towing services to support requests

generated by the Ypsilanti Police Department.

Proposal Terms

 The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive informalities, and

negotiate terms of any bid deemed in the best interest of the City.

 Proposals must be signed by an authorized representative and remain

binding for at least 60 days.

 Any revisions to the RFP will be communicated through addenda. Adjusted

submission deadlines may apply.

 Proposals should be clear, concise, and free of erasures. Mistakes must be

crossed out and initialed.

 Contractors must not be in default to the City and must pay administrative

fees to the Police Department prior to bid submission.

By submitting a bid, the Bidder agrees to the terms of the City's standard contract

addendum (attached as Exhibit 1) if awarded the contract.

II. Contractor Information

Proposals must include the following information to avoid disqualiﬁcation:

1. Business Information:

o Total years in business and towing under the bid name. (Attach as

Addenda A)

2. Employee Information:

o Names, employment duration, training relevant to towing, and office

addresses for employees. Include driver's license information and

records. (Attach as Addenda B)

3. Service Availability:

o Detail ability to provide 24/7 service. (Attach as Addenda C)

4. Primary Service Point:

o Location, hours of operation, storage information, and truck details.

(Attach as Addenda D)

5. References:

o Five references for similar services provided. Include company name,

contact, and phone number. (Attach as Addenda E)

III. Towing Speciﬁcations

 Contractors must be legally established and registered in Washtenaw

County. (Attach supporting documents as Addenda F)

 Contractors must own or have an exclusive lease for a compliant storage

area. (Attach supporting documents as Addenda G)

 If owning multiple companies, specify which trucks will be certiﬁed. Include

truck details and compliance documentation. (Attach as Addenda H)

 Companies must operate within three miles of Ypsilanti.

IV. Bid Points

Bid scoring will account for various factors, including:

 Rate Points: Adjustments based on pricing relative to the normal range of

$85.00 to $90.00.

 Location Points: Points awarded for business proximity and accessibility.

 Equipment Points: Additional trucks and compliance with equipment

speciﬁcations.

 License Points: Compliance with licensing and vehicle condition.

 Cleanliness Points: Professional appearance of personnel and vehicles.

 Personnel Points: Provision of medical insurance to employees.

V. Contract Provisions

If awarded, the Contractor must adhere to the following:

1. Deﬁnitions: Clariﬁcations on terms such as "Police Agency," "Towing

Company," and "Road Service."

2. Storage and Equipment: Secure storage requirements and inspection rights.

3. Service Response: Timeliness and dispatch obligations.

4. Compliance: Adherence to safety laws and documentation.

5. Records: Maintenance of accurate records for inspections and monthly

reporting.

VI. Compensation

Contractor compensation details will include:

 Basic service charge parameters and additional service fees.

 Speciﬁcs regarding vehicle storage and additional charges.

 Conditions under which certain charges may be waived.

VII. Indemniﬁcation and Insurance

The Contractor must indemnify the City and maintain speciﬁed insurance coverage,

including:

 Worker’s Compensation

 General Liability

 Garage Keepers’ Liability

 Automobile Liability

Certiﬁcates of insurance must be provided prior to contract execution.

VIII. General Terms

 Award: The Ypsilanti Police Department reserves the right to reject any bids

and will consider various factors for the ﬁnal decision.

 Term of Contract: The initial term is three years, with possible extensions.

 Inspection of Facilities: The City reserves the right to inspect bidders'

premises prior to award.

IX. Signature Page

Bidder Information:

 Signature:

 Printed Name:

 Title:

 Telephone:

 Federal Tax ID:

 Company Name:

 Company Address:

 City, State, Zip:

Company Structure: ( ) Partnership ( ) Non-Proﬁt Corp ( ) Proﬁt Corp ( ) Other

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Title:	Towing Services
Category:	Professional Services
Status:	Open