Pittsfield DPW to Host Winter Operations Summit for Contractors
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield Department of Public Works (DPW) will host a Winter Operations Summit for snow and ice removal contractors on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at 232 W. Housatonic St (Public Services Office).
The session is open to contractors who have worked with the city and to those interested in joining its winter operations team, to clear neighborhood streets during winter storms. At this meeting, DPW staff will review expectations for the upcoming season, go over the city's approach to storm response, and answer contractors' questions ahead of the first snowfall.
In addition, the city announces the hourly rates for contractors for the 2026–27 winter season, an increase of approximately 7% over last year's rates:
Pickup / Utility Body – Plow: $116.00
Pickup / Utility Body – Plow & Sander: $127.00
1 Ton – Plow: $130.00
1 Ton – Plow & Sander: $141.00
5 Ton – Plow: $187.00
5 Ton – Plow & Sander: $197.00
10 Ton – Plow: $211.00
10 Ton – Plow & Sander: $222.00
"Our contractors are a critical part of keeping Pittsfield's neighborhood streets safe and passable all winter," said Commissioner of Public Works, Ricardo Morales. "This summit gives us a chance to get everyone on the same page before the season starts, and the roughly 7 percent rate increase reflects the real cost of putting equipment and operators on the road. If you have the equipment and want to help keep Pittsfield moving, we want to hear from you."
Contractors planning to attend the summit are asked to RSVP by Oct.13 to dpw@pittsfieldma.gov or call the Highway Department at (413) 499-9314.
Contractors who cannot attend but are interested in participating in winter operations should email dpw@pittsfieldma.gov or call the Highway Department at (413) 499-9314.
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