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When winter hits, you need more than just plows and salt. You need proven snow and ice removal expertise. Not all snow removal providers deliver the same level of safety, reliability and professionalism. That’s where the Certified Snow Professional (CSP) credential from the Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) comes in. This respected certification helps identify providers with the training, experience and commitment to the excellence your properties deserve—making it a smart benchmark when evaluating vendors and planning for long-term success.

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Preparation is key to a successful snow season, and summer is the ideal time to evaluate your site, identify high-priority areas and lay the groundwork for a strong snow and ice removal season. That includes drafting a clear, detailed snow and ice removal request for proposal (RFP) that attracts the right partners.

Get ahead of winter > Make sure your commercial properties are prepared for the coming snow season with expert answers to the most common snow and ice removal questions.

While it may seem that winter was just here, savvy facility and property managers know that it’s already time to start planning for the next snow season. May is the time to start drafting your RFP so it can be distributed to potential partners in June allowing a decision to be made in August to be prepared for the first snowfall. Our team of experts outlines seven essentials to include in your snow and ice RFP, plus three RFP mistakes to avoid.

One of the best ways to ensure the success of your commercial snow and ice removal program is by hiring a partner with certified snow professionals (CSPs) on their team. Chain Store Maintenance - an MCS Company, has three CSPs on staff who’ve undergone rigorous training and credentialing by the Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA).  Get to know our certified snow professionals.