NIGP 52008: Blankets, Bags, Cinches, and Pads (Saddle)

NIGP 52008 Blankets, Bags, Cinches, And Pads (Saddle) is an Item code under which state and local governments procure polyethylene trash and recycle bags for municipal waste management operations. The City of Richardson, Texas recently solicited bids for an annual requirements contract covering multiple bag sizes, colors, and closure options—blue recycle bags (30"x37"), black standard bags (30"x37"), clear bags (44"x47"), and extra-large blue recycle bags (27"x52")—with technical specifications including film thickness, dart impact strength, and drop-test performance. Bidders must demonstrate manufacturing capability and compliance with ASTM testing standards, maintain a physical business location within 100 miles of the buyer's jurisdiction, and provide references from prior municipal or large-scale contracts. Award considers price (30%), experience and qualifications (30%), specification compliance and added value (30%), and reputation (10%); no set-aside designations apply, though M/WBE certification status must be disclosed for informational purposes.

Richardson's Invitation to Bid (Solicitation 4426) with a due date of April 28, 2026 represents the documented recent activity under this code, with an estimated annual expenditure of approximately $300,000 and contract terms of twelve months plus four optional one-year renewals. The solicitation requires delivery of all bags and manufacturing, printing, and packaging costs included in bid pricing, with defective lots subject to replacement at no cost to the City within thirty days. Texas is the identified geography in the recent opportunities block; no multi-state or national activity is documented. A pre-bid conference was scheduled for April 7, 2026 via Zoom, with written questions due April 10, 2026, and sample submission required with bids.