Bear_Cart_Scope_of_work.docx

This is a Scope of Work document for Volusia County, Florida, seeking a qualified vendor to supply approximately 200 ninety-five-gallon roll-out bear-resistant solid waste containers annually through Invitation for Bid #25-B-168KO. The procurement focuses on specialized waste management containers designed to prevent wildlife access while maintaining compatibility with automated waste collection systems. The solicitation was released on October 15, 2025, with a deadline for questions on October 30, 2025, and final bid responses due by November 13, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Vendors must submit responses electronically through the county's eProcurement Portal, with delivery to the Volusia County Landfill in Port Orange, Florida, required within 30 calendar days of award. The initial contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewal periods available.

The containers must meet specific technical requirements including gravity-based functionality with automatic lid opening and closing, two-wheeled design, one-finger unlatching capability, black color specification, and hinges and latches capable of withstanding over 1,000 pounds of force to resist animal intrusion. All pricing must include freight and delivery charges with units fully assembled and ready for deployment. The total contract value will be determined by cumulative pricing for the initial three-year period. Vendors must comply with E-Verify requirements, maintain Commercial General Liability insurance with $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 general aggregate limits, and meet scrutinized companies certifications. Volusia County offers local business preferences with potential pricing adjustments available for qualified local vendors. Evaluation criteria include total cumulative value for years 1-3, delivery timeline compliance, past performance, and adherence to all technical specifications.