5701 - Towing Service **Addendum No. 1 Issued 5/19/26**

May 14, 2026
REQUEST FOR QUOTES
TO FURNISH
TOWING SERVICE FOR
THE CITY OF REDDING, CALIFORNIA
(RFQ #5701)
In accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code of the City of Redding, quotations must be
submitted to Purchasing Office, 3rd Floor, City Hall, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California
96001 prior to 2:00 P.M. PT, Thursday, June 11, 2026, to furnish the City of Redding towing
service, per the specifications, terms and conditions contained herein.
QUOTES RECEIVED AFTER THIS TIME AND DATE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR
CONSIDERED.
The cut-off date and time for receiving questions regarding this bid is 5:00 P.M. PT, on Thursday,
May 28, 2026. All inquiries must be made in writing and may be submitted to the buyer's email
address shown below.
All quotations must be submitted on the standard quotation form provided by the City of Redding.
Quotations may be sent via:
* Email: quotes@cityofredding.gov
* Overnight Delivery
* U.S. Mail / Hand Delivered to address listed in this cover page
The said quotations will be opened at 2:00 P.M. PT, on Thursday, June 11, 2026, in the
Purchasing Office, 3rd Floor of City Hall, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California.
The City of Redding reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, in part or in their entirety. In
addition, the City will award any resulting agreement in a manner consistent with the City
Purchasing Ordinance.
THE CITY OF REDDING
Purchasing Division
Jennifer Antunes
Jennifer Antunes, Buyer
jantunes@cityofredding.gov

NOTE
If a potential bidder/proposer received this solicitation document through
some means other than surface mail from the City of Redding (such as from the City
of Redding Internet website, or from another prospective bidder/proposer), it is the
responsibility of the potential bidder/proposer to advise the assigned City of Redding
Purchasing contact of its intention to submit a bid/proposal so that any addenda or
other correspondence related to this solicitation will be sent to the potential
bidder/proposer. When contacting the Purchasing Division, the bidder/proposer shall
provide the solicitation number located on the cover page of this document.
Transmittal of this information must be in writing, by U.S. Mail, or e-mail.
Transmittal of this information via telephone is not acceptable.
Please submit quote as directed in the quotation package. Forward to:
City of Redding
Purchasing Division, 3rd Floor
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
Quotes must be received by the Purchasing Office prior to 2:00 P.M. PT on the date
indicated below. Mailing envelope is to be clearly marked on the outside with the
following notation:
"RFQ No. 5701; opening at
2:00 P.M., on, Thursday, June 11, 2026"
Note: Signatures must be legible, indicating full first and last name.
The City of Redding
Purchasing Division

CITY OF REDDING
SPECIFICATIONS
TO FURNISH
TOWING SERVICE
(Quotation #5701)
GENERAL
The City of Redding wishes to contract with a vendor to furnish labor and equipment to provide
towing to the City of Redding for fleet vehicles, property, and vehicles impounded as evidence.
A tow truck service call may include towing, jump starting a dead battery, changing a flat tire
using the spare tire, unlocking a vehicle with a slim-jim or master key, or delivering one (1) gallon
of gasoline and putting it in the fuel tank (gasoline extra charge).
Only those Tow Operators who are qualified and are, or have been, established in the business of
providing vehicle tow services are invited to submit bids.
CONTRACT TERM
The term of this contract shall be for a one-year period, from date of award through June 30, 2027.
If mutually agreeable, with all prices, terms, and conditions remaining the same, the contract may
be extended two (2) additional one-year periods, through June 30, 2029.
SCOPE OF WORK
Tow Operator shall comply with the following provisions:
a) Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, licenses and/or permits necessary for completion
of contract for the City of Redding.
b) Must be available on a 24-hour, 7-day per week basis and respond to all calls as requested
by the City of Redding.
c) Shall be responsible for the safekeeping of any property contained in vehicle.
d) Shall be responsible for re-installing vehicle drive line, if removed by vendor.
e) Shall equip and maintain tow truck(s) covered under this agreement in accordance with the
provisions set forth in the California Vehicle Code, Title 13 of the California Code of
Regulations, and the specifications contained in this agreement.
f) Tow Operator and/or his/her tow truck driver(s) shall comply with all laws and
requirements regarding GVWR and Axle Weight Rating (AWR) standards at all times and
shall not exceed the GVWR and AWR standards for the tow truck. All drivers shall be
properly licensed for the tow truck they are driving.
The Tow Operator's personnel shall operate under these specifications and under directions given
by the City of Redding representative.
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TOWING REQUIREMENTS
Primary Tow Operator shall have a maximum of thirty (30) minutes to respond to a call out. If
the primary Tow Operator is unable to respond within the thirty-minute time frame, then the
secondary Tow Operator will be called to provide the required service.
Tow vehicle drivers shall be properly licensed in accordance with Section 12804 of the State of
California Vehicle Code.
Tow Operator shall comply with all requirements included herein and made a part of this bid.
If Tow Operator is a City of Redding rotation tow service provider, a call out under this contract
does not constitute a rotation call out.
When time at the scene exceeds one hour, charges will be broken down and charged in fifteen (15)
minute increments based on the hourly rate.
TOWING EQUIPMENT
There will be three (3) classes of tow trucks covered under this agreement:
1. Class A - Light Duty
Tow Operator shall maintain a minimum of one tow truck with a manufacturer's Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of at least 14,000 pounds. Class A equipment
specifications can be found in the attached equipment specification.
2. Class B - Medium Duty
Tow Operator shall maintain at least one tow truck with a manufacturer's Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) of at least 19,501 pounds. The truck shall be equipped with air
brakes and a tractor protection valve or device, and be capable of providing and
maintaining continuous air to the towed vehicle. Class B equipment specifications can be
found in the attached equipment specification.
3. Class C - Heavy Duty
Tow Operator shall maintain at least one three axle tow truck with a Manufacturer's Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of at least 33,000 pounds. The truck shall be equipped
with air brakes and must be capable of providing and maintaining continuous air to the
towed vehicle. Class C equipment specifications can be found in the attached equipment
specification.
A. Tow Operator shall submit all 3-axle Tow Trucks to the California Highway Patrol
Bi-annual Inspection of Terminals (BIT) Program and shall comply with all BIT
requirements.
Safety Chains:
Safety chains shall be rated at no less than the rating specified by the OEM.
Two safety chains shall be used for vehicles being towed. The safety chains shall be
securely affixed to the truck bed frame or wrecker boom, independently of the towing
equipment. The towed vehicle shall be secured to the towing equipment independently of
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the safety chains by either two chains or two straps.
Vehicles being transported on slide back carrier shall be secured by four tie-down chains
or straps independent of the winch or loading cable.
All safety connections and attachments shall have a positive means of ensuring that the
safety connection or attachment does not become disengaged while in transit.
Control/Safety Labels:
All controls shall be clearly marked to indicate proper operation as well as any special
warning or cautions.
All tow trucks shall display signs on both sides containing the Tow Operator's company
name, one business address, and telephone number. The signs shall be permanently affixed
and in compliance with the CA Vehicle Code.
Wire Rope (Cable)
Wire rope shall be maintained in good condition. Only wire rope with swaged ends with
metal sleeves in the loops, braided, wedge locks, or other approved methods shall be
approved for use with RPD. This does not include cable clamps. Wire rope is not in good
condition when it is stranded, knotted, crushed, excessively rusty, kinked, badly worn,
when there are 12 or more wires broken in lay length, or where there is other visible
evidence of loss of strength.
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA
The geographical area covered by this contract is as follows:
ALL COUNTY, CITY, AND STATE ROADWAYS AND PRIVATE PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY
OF REDDING CITY BOUNDARIES, COUNTY OF SHASTA COUNTY BOUNDARIES AND AS
DIRECTED BY THE CITY OF REDDING REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR THEIR DESIGNEE(S).
SUBCONTRACTING
Tow Operator will not be permitted to subcontract said services without first obtaining the written
permission of the City.
INVOICING AND PAYMENT
Tow Operator agrees to submit all invoices to the City representative.
Each invoice shall clearly indicate the City's agreement number, date(s) of service, vehicle
number(s), start time/finish time, and the type(s) of service provided.
When time at the scene exceeds one hour, charges shall be broken down and charged in fifteen
(15) minute increments based on the hourly rate quoted.
Fuel surcharges during the contract period will not be allowed.
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The City agrees to pay Tow Operator monthly in arrears for services provided upon receipt of an
itemized invoice computed at the contract rates.
LICENSING / COMPETENCY OF BIDDER
The City of Redding will not accept a bid from a vendor who does submit the following
information with their quote:
* A copy of their current license(s) to perform towing services in conformance with
recognized industry standards.
* Reference form to show that they have satisfactorily performed other contracts of a similar
nature and magnitude.
* Company Profile form to show current company structure.
AWARD OF CONTRACT
Award of contract(s) shall be based on Tow Operator's overall evaluated total; compliance with
the requirements of the specifications, terms, and conditions; ability to provide required insurance
certificates; past experience in vehicle tow; years of service; and vehicle and equipment
resource/resources.
It is the City's intent to award the following contracts:
1. Primary Tow Operator contract for Class A & B
2. Secondary Tow Operator contract for Class A & B
3. Primary Tow Operator contract for Class C
4. Secondary Tow Operator contract for Class C
Tow service call out shall first be made to the primary Tow Operator. If primary Tow Operator is
unable to respond, the secondary Tow Operator shall be called for service.
Before awarding a contract, the City will consider all of the above data and may request additional
information from the bidder as deemed necessary.
ADDENDA TO SPECIFICATIONS
If a potential bidder/proposer received this solicitation document through some means other than
from the City of Redding (including from the City of Redding Internet website), it is the
responsibility of the potential bidder/proposer to advise the assigned City of Redding Purchasing
contact of its intention to submit a bid/proposal so that any addenda or other correspondence
related to this solicitation will be sent to the potential bidder/proposer. When contacting the
Purchasing Division, the bidder/proposer should provide the solicitation number located on the
cover page of this document. Transmittal of this information must be in writing, by U.S. Mail, or
e-mail. Transmittal of this information via telephone is not acceptable.
Before submitting the bid, bidder/proposer will insert Addendum No. of each Addendum
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received on the Quotation Request Form. Failure to acknowledge any addenda issued may cause
the bid to be considered non-responsive. Bidder/proposer may contact the Purchasing Division to
confirm the number of addenda (if any), that have been sent. Alternately, addenda are posted to
the Purchasing Division's website a
https://www.cityofredding.gov/government/departments/purchasing/bid_opportunities.php
and it is the responsibility of the potential bidder/proposer to assure he/she has copies of each
addendum.
CITY OF REDDING CONTACTS
Technical, Specification, Quotation and General Conditions Information:
Jennifer Antunes, Buyer jantunes@cityofredding.gov
ATTACHMENTS
1.Equipment Specification
2.Proposal form
3.Company Profile form
4.Reference form
5.Terms and Conditions
6.Insurance Requirements
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CITY OF REDDING
EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATION
TO FURNISH
TOWING SERVICE
(RFQ #5701)
TOW TRUCK CLASSIFICATIONS / EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS
1. Class A - Light Duty Tow Truck
Equipment Specifications:
a. Minimum 14,000 pounds GVWR Chassis
b. Four-ton recovery equipment rating
c. Hydraulic or mechanical winch(es)
d. One hundred feet 3/8" 6 x 19 cable or Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM)
Specifications
* Swaged ends with metal sleeves in the loops
e. Tow chains, 5/16" alloy or OEM specifications, J/T hook assembly
f. Minimum two safety chains, 5/16" alloy or OEM specifications
g. Tow sling rating 3,000 pounds if equipped
h. Wheel lift safety straps or equivalent mechanical device
* All required wheel safety straps, or equivalent wheel retention device,
tie-down straps, and two safety chains shall be used during towing
operations.
i. Tow dolly
j. One 3-ton snatch block
k. Wheel-lift rating:
* Retracted.........................3,000 pounds
* 85-inch extension...........3,000 pounds
1A. Class A Car Carrier - One Car
Equipment Specifications:
i. Minimum 14,000 pounds GVWR chassis
ii. Hydraulic or mechanical winch(es)
iii. 50-foot 3/8" 6 x 19 cable or OEM specifications
* Swaged ends with metal sleeves in the loops
iv. J/T hook loading bridle/chains
v. Safety chains, 5/16" alloy or OEM specifications; two pairs of safety chains
for the vehicle being transported
* All required tie-down straps and four safety chains shall be
used during towing operations.
1B. Class A Car Carrier - Two Cars
Equipment Specifications:
i. Minimum16,001 pound GVWR chassis
ii. Hydraulic or mechanical winch(es)
iii. 50 foot 3/8" 6 x 19 cable or OEM specifications
* Swaged ends with metal sleeves in the loops
iv. J/T hook loading bridle/chains
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v. Safety chains 5/16" alloy or OEM specifications; two pairs of safety chains
for the vehicle being transported and two safety chains for the vehicle being
towed.
vi. All required tie-down straps and four safety chains shall be used during
towing operations.
2. Class B - Medium Duty Tow Truck
Equipment Specifications:
a. Minimum 19,501 pounds GVWR chassis
b. Air brakes or hydraulic with air hookup package, (continuous air at 120 PSI, no
portable compressors) and single control compressor
c. Fourteen -ton recovery equipment rating
d. Hydraulic or mechanical winch(es)
e. 150 foot 7/16" 6 x 19 cable or OEM specifications
f. Two chains, 2 A alloy or OEM specifications
g. Two safety chains, 2 A alloy or OEM specifications
h. Tow sling rating 7,000 pounds
i. Two 8-ton snatch blocks
j. Wheel lift safety straps or equivalent mechanical device
* All required wheel safety straps, or equivalent wheel
retention device, tie-down straps, and two safety chains shall
be used during towing operations.
k. Wheel lift or under lift rating:
* Retracted........................10,000 pounds
* 85" extension................. 8,000 pounds
2A. Class B Car Carrier
Equipment Specifications:
i. Minimum 19,501 pounds GVWR chassis
ii. Hydraulic or mechanical winch(es)
iii. 50-foot 3/8" 6 x 19 cable or OEM specifications
* Swaged ends with metal sleeves in the loops
iv. J/T hook loading bridle/chains
v. Safety chains, 5/16" alloy or OEM specifications; two pairs of safety chains
for each vehicle being transported and two safety chains for the vehicle
being towed
vi. All required tie-down straps and four safety chains shall be used during
towing operations.
3. Class C - Heavy Duty Tow Truck
Equipment Specifications:
a. Minimum 33,000 pounds GVWR chassis
b. Air brakes with air hook-up package, (continuous air at 120 PSI, no portable
compressors) and single control compressor
c. 5-ton recovery equipment rating
d. Hydraulic or mechanical winch(es)
e. 200 foot 5/8" 6 x 19 cable or OEM specifications
f. Tow chains, 5/8" alloy or OEM specifications
g. Two safety chains, 5/8" alloy or OEM specifications
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h. Tow sling rating 12,000 pounds
i. Two 12-ton snatch blocks
j. Under lift rating:
* Retracted........................25,000 pounds
* 100" extension...............12,000 pounds
k. All required tie-down devices, and two safety chains shall be used during towing
operations.
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
1. Class A - Light Duty
For each type of classification of towing equipment (sling, wheel lift, or carrier) certain
types of equipment are required as applicable.
Required Equipment:
a. Towing sling - a J/T hook tow chain assembly, a 4" x 4" x 48" and a 4" x 4" x 60"
wooden crossbeam, a pair of spacer blocks, a steering wheel securement device, a
towing dolly, and safety chains
b. Wheel lift - wheel safety straps, steering wheel clamp, towing dolly, and safety
chains
c. Car carrier - J/T hook loading bridle, a 4" x 4" x 48" and a 4" x 4" x 60" wooden
crossbeam, a pair of spacer blocks, and two pairs of safety chains
d. Extension - brake and tail lamps
e. Fire extinguisher
f. Broom
g. Shovel
h. Reflective triangles
i. Flares
j. Trash can(s) with absorbent
k. One 3-ton rated snatch block
l. Shop to truck radio (C/B excluded)
Optional Service and Other Equipment:
(For service calls, each tow truck may have the following service equipment):
a. Adequate emergency supply of fuel in an approved container
b. Booster battery or hot box starting system
c. Hydraulic jack capable of handling passenger cars and light trucks
d. Metric and standard lug wrenches
e. Rubber mallet/hubcap tool
f. Lock-out tools
g. Motorcycle straps
h. First-aid kit
i. Sledge hammer
j. Bolt Cutter
k. Crowbar
l. Small pry bar
m. Shop rags
n. Flashlight
o. Socket set; 1/4" - 1" and 6-19 mm
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