Gaston County Motor Fleet On-Call Towing Services

Location:	North Carolina
Posted:	Jun 10, 2026
Due:	Jul 9, 2026
Agency:	Gaston County
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	Q - Medical Services V - Transportation, Travel and Relocation Services
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GASTON COUNTY SPECIFICATIONS

FOR

MOTOR FLEET ON-CALL TOWING SERVICES

ADVERTISE DATE: June 14, 2026

PROPOSALS DUE: July 10, 2026

The Gaston County Public Works Department is soliciting proposals from qualified

towing services providers to establish a set pricing structure and a vendor source for

Gaston County motor fleet towing services. This agreement is not connected in any

way with the current Wrecker Rotation Callout System currently in use for

police/fire/emergency services for wrecks, DUI, abandonment, etc. of public vehicles.

Sealed proposals are due no later than 3:00 pm on July 10, 2026 and may be mailed or

hand delivered to: Gaston County Public Works, Motor Fleet On-Call Towing Services

Proposals, 420 E Long Ave., Gastonia, NC 28054. Please allow additional time for mail

delivery. It is the responsibility of the prospective vendor to ensure that his/her

proposal is delivered by the due date and time. Proposals must be submitted on the

enclosed proposal forms. Bidders are to submit one (1) original bid package. All

questions should be directed to Wilson Lemly at email: Wilson.lemly@gastongov.com.

It is the intent of Gaston County to enter into an agreement with the successful vendor

beginning August 1, 2026. The term of the agreement will be for two (2) years, with the

option for one (1) additional year renewal at Gaston County’s discretion.

I. General Qualifications

A. Interested vendors should have:

 At least 2 professional references with names and contact

information

 Relevant detailed experience to outline previous projects of similar

scope to include business name, brief description and contract value

 A registered business with the North Carolina Secretary of State

 Registration with the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles

 Ability to perform basic and heavy towing services 24/7 as needed

 Appropriate permits, certifications, and licenses

 Current NCDOT inspection on all towing vehicles

 Compliance with state and local regulations governing the towing

industry

 The following minimum insurance coverage in force for the full term

of the agreement. Note: Additional insurance may be requested.

Coverage

Worker’s Compensation

Employer’s Liability

General Liability Bodily Injury and Property Damage

(Per Occurrence)

General Liability Bodily Injury and Property Damage

(Annual Aggregate)

Automobile Bodily Injury

Excess Umbrella Liability

Limits of Liability in Dollars

Statutory

1,000,000

1,000,000 each occurrence

2,000,000 aggregate

1,000,000 each person

5,000,000 each occurrence

B. Interested vendors should have drivers who:

 Are at least 21 years of age

 Possess an appropriate driver license as required by NC Statutes

 Can communicate effectively with Gaston County staff

 Are not engaged in the use, possession, or sale of alcoholic

beverages while on duty or illegal drugs at any time

II. Towing Parameters

A. Provide 24-hour on-call service each day of the year and employ an

adequate number of drivers who are competent in extricating and towing

vehicles to properly perform the services of this agreement.

B. Provide towing services in a reasonable amount of time, deemed as 1

hour within the County border. Repeated failure to respond to a tow

request in the previously stated reasonable amount of time may result in

the termination of the towing contract for non-performance.

C. Pricing should be submitted on the Towing Rates pricing schedule

provided in Exhibit A. Pricing structure will remain the same for the initial

two (2) year term and the optional one (1) year extension.

III. Assessment of Proposals

A. All proposals to be considered must be submitted on the enclosed

“Gaston County Motor Fleet Towing Services” form. Any proposal

submitted on forms other than the form enclosed will not be considered

or scored.

B. Proposals will be scored based on a point system for each of the pricing

options. Points will be based on the number of bids received. Scoring will

range from highest to lowest points, with the highest points given to the

lowest rates. Points from each vendor’s Towing Rates Pricing Schedule

will be compiled for a grand total and used as the “Pricing Score.”

C. Scoring will be completed by a committee and be based on the following

categories:

 Overall pricing score (grand total points given from Towing Cost

Proposal Form Exhibit A (40%)

 Types of towing vehicles available to meet the needs based on

Gaston County motor fleet (30%)

 General qualifications, such as experience, licenses, and

references (30%)

IV. Award of Contract

The County reserves the right to make multiple awards and establish a

primary and secondary vendor rotation based on operational needs.

Primary Contractor: The lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

Secondary Contractor: The second lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

The Primary Contractor will receive first call for all non-emergency towing

requests. The Secondary Contractor will be contacted when the Primary

Contractor is unavailable, fails to respond within the required timeframe, or

does not have required equipment.

Escalation: if neither the Primary nor Secondary Contractor is available, the

County reserves the right to contact the next lowest responsive bidder or any

available provider.

Performance Monitoring: Failure to respond within the required timeframes

on multiple occasions may result in reassignment of primary status or

contract termination.

These bids are requested in good faith, and an award will be made, provided

satisfactory bids are received.

Gaston County reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or to accept a bid

other than the lowest submitted if such action deemed to be in the best

interest of the County.

V. General Contract Terms and Conditions

Contract will be made effective August 1, 2026. This Request for Proposals

(RFP) will be integrated into the contract.

1. Non-Appropriation

In the event funds are not appropriated during the term of the Agreement

for the subject matter herein described, and there are no other available

funds by or with which payment can be made, this Agreement is terminated.

This Agreement will be deemed terminated on the last day of the fiscal

period for which appropriations were received without penalty or expense,

except to the portion of payment for which funds have been appropriated

and budgeted.

2. Divestment Acts

The undersigned certifies that it is not designated as a company engaged in

the boycott of Israel by the State Treasurer nor is the company on the Final

Divestment List (Iran Divestment Act) created by the state Treasurer

pursuant to Chapter147 of the Noth Carolina General Statutes.

3. North Carolina E-Verify Certification

By signing and entering into the Agreement with Gaston County, pursuant to

Article 2 of Chapter 64 of the N.C. General Statutes, I hereby certify that I

comply with E-Verify, the Federal program used to verify the work

authorization of newly hired employees working in North Carolina. If

applicable, I am also certifying that any subcontractor hired or used by me

will comply with E-Verify, as described herein.

4. ADA and Civil Right Certification of Compliance

I hereby certify that I comply with all applicable federal civil rights laws,

including the applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

5. Right for County to Audit

During the term of this Agreement and for one (1) year after termination, the

County shall have the right to audit, internally or through an independent

auditor, all books and records pertaining to this Agreement of the vendor as

needed to evaluate the vendor’s compliance with the terms and conditions

of the Agreement or a party’s payment obligations. The County shall pay its

own expenses for such audit but shall not pay any expenses or additional

costs of the vendor associated with such audit. However, such expenses shall

be paid to the County if the audit reveals non-compliance that would have

cost the County excess of $10,000 but for the audit. The County has the right

to seek remittance for overpayment arising from the vendors’ non-

compliance or irregularities with the performance of the Agreement. Specific

audit provisions established in the Agreement will supersede this paragraph.

6. Conflict of Interest

Gaston County’s Conflict of Interest Policy relative to contracts and

subawards supported by federal financial assistance can be found at this link:

https://www.gastongov.com/DocumentCenter/View/3821/Conflict-of-

Interest-Policy-PDF. This Policy is applicable to County public officials and

employees involved in making or administering contracts or subawards, and

the Contractor receiving a contract or subaward from Gaston County.

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

Bid Title:	Gaston County Motor Fleet On-Call Towing Services
Category:	Public Works
Status:	Open
Bid Recipient:	Wilson Lemly