Bid RFP #12604P - RFP 12604P Investigative, Evidence & Administrative Towing Services

The City of Yakima’s Police Department (YPD) is requesting proposals for investigative/evidence/administrative towing services including tows for both YPD vehicles and impounds/storage for investigative purposes and designated crime victims per the following specifications. This RFP does not include services provided under YPD’s rotational list, citizen requests for towing service for disabled vehicles due to mechanical problems or traffic accidents. Currently the Owner utilizes towing agencies for approximately 200 investigative, evidence and administrative tows annually. There are also currently 50 vehicles in long-term evidence storage at the current contracted provider. Additionally, the Police Department has limited evidence storage and is looking for a facility that has secure, long-term storage. These cars are retained for a variety of reasons including additional evidence gathering, presentation as evidence or as requested by the prosecutor. These vehicles must remain under lock and key with access only to authorized personnel.