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Reference Number 0000359483 Ypsilanti District Library Snow Removal Bid The Ypsilanti District Library is accepting quotations for a three-year contract for snow removal for the 2024/25 through the 2026/27 winter seasons. The winter season is defined as the period from November 15 through April 15. The contract will include all three Library locations: 5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti Township 229 W. Michigan Avenue, Ypsilanti (must meet City ordinance requirements) 1900 Harris Road in Superior Township Snow depths shall be determined by the official report of the National Bureau and Local Weather Service, and/or on-site measurements for purposes of any price delineation due to depth of snowfall. Questions regarding the properties or YDL's expectations should be directed to Jim Reed, Facilities Manager, via telephone at (734) 482-4110 x1309. Questions regarding the bid process should be directed to Lisa Hoenig, Library Director, (734) 879-1300 or lisa@ypsilibrary.org. 1. The chosen vendor will ensure that they will be able to respond quickly to adverse weather conditions that affect the parking lot and walkways to keep them hazard free for Library patrons during the hours that the library is open. 2. On days the Library opens at 9 or 10 a.m., employees begin arriving at or before 8 a.m., therefore the main sidewalks at all locations and staff parking area at Whittaker Road need to be cleared prior to 8 a.m. The remaining parking areas and sidewalks must be cleared no later than 8:30 a.m. (for snowfalls that occur overnight) 3. On Sundays, the Whittaker Road Library opens at 1 p.m. and employees begin arriving at or before noon, however, work should be timed such that patrons have safe access to the materials return boxes at all locations during the morning hours. 4. Areas to be plowed include: a. Whittaker: the non-motorized path along Whittaker Road bordering the Library property, and Veterans Drive running through the Library property b. Michigan Avenue: an 8' path through Library Plaza downtown and access to the Plaza's seating areas c. Harris Road: The drive-up book return loop. 5. The successful company will provide a Proof of Insurance Certificate which includes Property Liability, Property Damage and Workers' Compensation upon execution of a contract with the Ypsilanti District Library. 6. The successful company will provide a minimum of two (2) contact persons with their contact information (cell and land line telephone numbers). 7. This contract shall commence on November 15, 2024 and continue for a period of three (3) years. The Ypsilanti District Library may terminate this contract at any time by giving thirty (30) days written notice by certified mail. Should cancellation occur a refund of the sum paid by the Ypsilanti District Library would be pro-rated on the basis of the unused portion of the contract period paid. No service charge, handling fees or other penalties for cancellation will be allowable. 8. Both parties must agree that the contract is not transferrable or assignable. 9. It is further understood that no other agreement - oral or written - expressed or implied - shall limit or qualify the terms of this agreement unless such additional agreement is accepted in writing by both parties. 11.The decision of the Ypsilanti District Library Board of Trustees to award the contract will be based on various factors including; price, reference checks, and quality of workmanship. Lowest price proposal is not automatically awarded the contract. 12.The Ypsilanti District Library reserves the right to reject any proposal.