NIGP 08508: Bags, Biodegradable

NIGP 08508 Bags, Biodegradable is an Item code under which state and local governments procure polyethylene trash and recycling bags for municipal operations. The City of Richardson, Texas solicited an annual requirements contract for recycle and trash bags covering four polyethylene bag types in specified sizes and colors—blue recycling bags (30" × 37" and 27" × 52"), black trash bags (30" × 37"), and clear trash bags (44" × 47")—with annual quantities ranging from 100 to 35,000 rolls or boxes. Bags are available with three closure options: wire ties, flaps that tie, or drawstrings. All bags must meet ASTM testing standards for film thickness (1.3–2.0 mils), dart impact strength, slip coefficient, and drop resistance. Preferred features include post-consumer recycled content of 10–20 percent. Issuing bodies under this code include municipalities. The City of Richardson used an RFP model with a single-vendor annual requirements contract structure, indicating that municipal procurement offices may consolidate bag sourcing through competitive proposal processes.

The City of Richardson issued solicitation 70526 on May 21, 2026, with proposals due June 16, 2026, and a pre-proposal conference held via Zoom on May 28, 2026. The City evaluated proposals on a 100-point scale weighting price (30 points), qualifications and experience (30 points), compliance with specifications and added value (30 points), and reputation and references (10 points). Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of five years' experience supplying recycle and trash bags to similarly sized municipalities and provide three references from jurisdictions served within the past three years. The initial contract term is one year from award, with four additional one-year renewal options at the City's discretion. The City may terminate with 60 days' written notice or during the first six months if performance is unsatisfactory. Submissions were made electronically through Bonfire Hub or delivered to the City of Richardson Purchasing Manager; late submissions were not accepted. Awards were anticipated four to six weeks after proposal opening.