[Amended 1-13-2003 by Ord. No. 2-2003; 2-10-2003 by Ord. No. 5-2003]
The Managing Director or his designee, along with the Purchasing Manager, are authorized to solicit bids and enter into contracts for a period of not more than three years with one or more reputable private towing contractors, in accordance with the City's purchasing procedures. Towing contractors will be required to pay to the City, as surety, an amount determined by the bidding process, in return for being granted the contract to tow for the City. A performance bond or cash in the amount of the successful proposer's bid will be accepted as required surety. Contracts will coincide with the calendar year. Bids will be awarded for a period of three years, with the beginning and end of each term coinciding with the calendar year. Contracts may be renewed for a second term, which may be for a period of years equal than or lesser than the first term. Bid specifications will be promulgated by the Purchasing Manager in conjunction with the Police Department and the Public Works Department.