To: Aaron Rector, City Manager
From: Bradley G. Fortune, Chief of Police
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution approving an agreement for City Towing and Recovery Services with AA Wrecker Service of Haltom City, Texas, relating to non-consent police tows; and authorizing the City Manager to execute said agreement on behalf of the City of Keller, Texas.
Action Requested:
Consider a resolution approving a Towing Services Agreement with AA Wrecker Service of Haltom City, Texas, for towing and recovery services relating to non-consent police tows, pursuant to RFP No. 26-009; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Keller, Texas.
Background:
The City issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 26-009 for towing and recovery services relating to non-consent police tows. These services are necessary to support law enforcement operations, including the removal of vehicles from roadways following accidents, arrests, abandonments, and other public safety incidents.
The City received three (3) proposals in response to the RFP. Proposals were evaluated based on experience, service capabilities, equipment, facilities, staffing, response times, and pricing.
AA Wrecker Service of Haltom City, Texas, is the City's current towing and recovery services provider and has an established history of providing these services to the City. Based on its experience, operational capabilities, facilities, equipment, competitive pricing, and past performance, staff recommends awarding the agreement to AA Wrecker Service.
The proposed agreement provides for an initial five-year term beginning November 1, 2026, and ending October 31, 2031, with the option to extend for two (2) additional two-year periods.
Financial Impact:
There is no financial obligation to the City for non-consent towing services. Towing and storage fees are paid directly to the contractor by the vehicle owner or operator. The agreement also provides for towing of City Police Department vehicles at no charge.
Council Action:
Staff recommends approval of the resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Towing Services Agreement with AA Wrecker Service of Haltom City, Texas, pursuant to RFP No. 26-009, including the two (2) additional two-year renewal options.