NIGP 37048: Sorters: Seed, Grain, Dried Vegetables, etc.

NIGP 37048 Sorters: Seed, Grain, Dried Vegetables, Etc., an Item code, covers screening and sorting of bulk materials — in current state and local procurement, primarily rock, stone, soil, and similar spoils from construction, demolition, or landfill operations rather than agricultural commodities. The work involves labor, equipment, and on-site material processing to segregate spoils into specified size or grade categories, with stockpiling and inventory management. Issuing bodies under this code include state environmental agencies and their subordinate authorities, which appear to be the primary users of sorting and screening services for waste management and site remediation projects.

The Maryland Environmental Service posted a competitive sealed-bid solicitation (1264605) on May 6, 2026, for rock and material screening and sorting at the Harford Waste Disposal Center in Harford County, requiring contractors to segregate approximately 130,000 cubic yards of blasted rock spoils into five material grades by July 1, 2026, with completion by December 31, 2026. The procurement carries a 15 percent MBE subcontract participation goal and a Small Business Reserve designation; electronic bids were due June 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM through the MES Procurement Portal, with a pre-bid conference on May 12, 2026, and site visits available May 12–22, 2026. A bid bond of 5 percent of the total bid evaluation is required when the base bid exceeds $100,000, and performance and payment bonds at 100 percent of contract value must accompany award. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation.