FormSF1449_RECYCLING_CONTRACT.pdf

RFQ IFB RFP

ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS

(EDWOSB)

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (WOSB)

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

1. REQUISITION NUMBER PAGE OF

2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE

DATE

4. ORDER NUMBER 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE

DATE

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (No collect calls)

8. OFFER DUE DATE/

LOCAL TIME

9. ISSUED BY

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

CODE

15. DELIVER TO 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODEFACILITY

CODE

CODE

TELEPHONE NO.

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN

OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK

BELOW IS CHECKED

SEE ADDENDUM

19.

ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

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QUANTITY

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UNIT

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UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA 26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN

DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY

ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF.

DATED . YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

(BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 30c. DATE SIGNED

31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print) 31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 3/2011)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

OFFER

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

TION UNLESS BLOCK IS

MARKED

SEE SCHEDULE

12. DISCOUNT TERMS

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA

17a CONTRACTOR/

OFFEROR.

CODE

8 (A)

SIZE STANDARD:

NAICS:

% FOR:SET ASIDE:UNRESTRICTED OR

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SMALL BUSINESS

10. THIS ACQUISITION IS

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 3/2011) BACK

19.

ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

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UNIT PRICE

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AMOUNT

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

RECEIVED INSPECTED ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED:

41a. I CERTIFY THIS ACCOUNT IS CORRECT AND PROPER FOR PAYMENT

32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32c. DATE

41b. SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CERTIFYING OFFICER 41c. DATE

42a. RECEIVED BY (Print)

42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

42c. DATE REC'D (YY/MM/DD) 42d. TOTAL CONTAINERS

40. PAID BY

32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE 32f. TELPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32g. E-MAIL OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

33. SHIP NUMBER 34. VOUCHER NUMBER 35. AMOUNT VERIFIED

CORRECT FOR

PARTIAL FINAL

37. CHECK NUMBER

38. S/R ACCOUNT NO. 39. S/R VOUCHER NUMBER

36. PAYMENT

COMPLETE PARTIAL FINAL

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SPECIFICATION

AND

BID FORMS

PROJECT: FEDERAL CITY WIDE SALES CONTRACT

FOR RECYCLING IN

METRO ATLANTA, GEORGIA

CONTACT PERSON: ISSUING OFFICE:VINCENT D. BUTLER Contract Specialist

(404) 331-3203 General Services Administration Regional Property Management (4PM) 77 Forsyth St. SW Room G171 Atlanta, GA 30303-3458

VOLUME: I OF I

ISSUE DATE:

Deadline for receipt of proposal: November 9, 2012

TIME: 3:00 PM, (E.S.T.)

NAICS CODE: 423930

QUOTATION NUMBER: TBA

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

This procurement is 100% Set-Aside for small business program - not to be publicly opened.

NOTICE: The information collection requirements contained in this contract/contract, which are not required by regulation, have been approved by the Office of Management and Budget pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act and assigned OMB Control No. 3090-0163.

SECTION B — SUPPLIES OR. SERVICES AND PRICES.

The contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, materials, supplies and equipment (except as specifically designated "provided by the government") and shall plan schedule, coordinate and assure effective completion of all contract requirements described herein, BID/OFFER

One Contract will be issued for all materials. No negative bids will be accepted for any category.

Market Price: The market value of the paper/cardboard will be determined by using the highest paper stock prices quoted for the Southeast market in the "Transacted Paper Stock Prices" section of the Official Board markets (frequently referred to as the Yellow Sheet) issued on the third Saturday of the month, for mixed paper (1) and corrugated cardboard, Formula "for Unit Price: The unit price for each grade of paper = (Market Value of Material) x (Percentage Bid Factor) Billing Price: A billing price per ton will be determined for each grade of recyclable paper material removed during that month by multiplying the total net weight by the unit price, explained above.

The percent bid will be applied during the initial year and any option years. The same percentage bid will be applied to mixed paper and corrugated cardboard containers.

Percent Bid Type of Material 0001______ per ton Mixed Office Paper (1) with corrugated cardboard 0002______ per ton Sorted Office Paper #37

0003______ per ton Old Corrugated Cardboard (11), broken down, loose in dumpster 0004______ per ton Old Corrugated Cardboard (11) baled All other items, including, but not limited to the following will be picked up by the contractor and recycled, at a minimum, without charge to the government:

Co-mingled plastic, aluminum and glass beverage containers.

Steel/Tin Cans Contractor will keep all materials separate as picked up and provide government with a monthly report showing weight of each material.

SECTION C: DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

1. GENERAL:

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A. This contract is for the total recycling program" of Federal agencies that are located in the metro Atlanta area. This is a contract for the Sale and Removal of Government Property. The Contractor must be willing and able to provide the services described herein at no charge as well as pay the Government for the paper products at a minimum.

B. Materials Recycled: The recycling program includes, at a minimum, recyclable paper, corrugated cardboard, co-mingled cans and bottles, (aluminum, plastic, and glass beverage containers as well as steel cans).

C. Locations: Materials are generated in the Atlanta area on Government-operated; Government leased facilities as well as locations where the Federal government is in partnership with private companies or local governments. The Atlanta area, includes, but is not limited to the following counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett and Spalding.

The Government shall determine the locations the Contractor is to remove recyclable materials. The Government may add or delete locations through a modification to the contract. The Contractor shall remove recyclable materials from each location at the loading dock or designated recyclable materials holding room/area, or as approved by the COR. Award of this contract does not grant the successful bidder rights to all recyclable materials generated in the awarded service area. Initial buildings to be included in this contact are shown in Section J Exhibits and other Attachments, Exhibit One (1), Building Location Profiles.

Note: The cost of paper and cardboard for any additional locations will be negotiated with the CO.

D. Pre-Inspection of Buildings: The Contractor is urged, and cautioned to inspect the property prior to submitting an offer.

To arrange for an onsite inspection of facilities to be serviced, see Exhibit One (1), Building Location Profiles for contact information. Failure to inspect will be at the risk of the offeror. Initial buildings to be included in this contact are shown in Exhibit One (1), Building Location Profiles.

E. Estimated Weights: Estimated weights of the recyclable materials are noted in Exhibit One (1), Building Location Profiles and are based on the best available Government information at the time of issuance of this contract, The Government does not guarantee these estimated weights to be factual. No price adjustment will be made by the government for any variation.

2. COMPLIANCE WITH RECYCLING. LAWS AND REGULATIONS:

The Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, county, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the transport, processing, and sale of recyclable materials. Prior to contract start date, the Contractor shall obtain any and all necessary permits, registrations, and licenses for recycling for the jurisdiction in which services are to be performed.

3. RESTRICTION ON USE OF RECYCLABLE MATERIALS:

All materials picked up under this contract must be used or sold as recyclable materials only.

Materials cannot be taken to the landfill.

The Contractor shall not use, allow access to, or offer for resale any papers, documents, file record material or any other form of records as files, records, or for the information contained therein.

4. SHREDDED PAPER:

The Contractor shall not be required to shred any recyclable paper or to remove any shredded recyclable paper either cut into less than one-quarter inch strips. Shredded paper will be placed (a) loose in compactors or (b) double bagged in clear plastic bags and placed in the dumpster, cart, or container other than a dumpster. Others methods may be used to collect shredded paper if approved by the COR. The Contractor will have the option of picking up paper shredded to less than one quarter-inch, but the COR will not require the Contractor to do so.

5. STORAGE CONTAINERS AND EQUIPMENT:

A. Necessary Containers and Equipment: The Contractor shall provide the necessary containers and/or other equipment for use in sufficient quantities for the collection and storage of recyclable materials accumulated prior to pickup. Specific containers and other equipment must be approved and coordinated by the COR. The Contractor will be responsible for all labor necessary for loading and unloading of storage containers, pallets, etc. unless otherwise specified. Current containers include compactors, covered and uncovered containers of different sizes. The offeror may propose different methods, containers, and equipment for storing and transporting recyclables for each location. The COR will approve containers and equipment prior to their placement.

B. Maintenance of Containers and Equipment: The Contractor will be responsible for the maintenance of all contractors provided containers and equipment throughout the term of the contract. The containers and equipment must be kept free from holes, vermin, or foreign matter that might cause injury, stain clothing or furniture, or contaminate the recyclable material. The Contractor shall, at no additional cost to the Government, clean up any oil spills that result from the Contractor's operations, If such a spill occurs, the Contractor shall immediately report the incident to the Agency Representative and COR.

C. Delivery and Removal of Equipment: The Contractor will be responsible for delivery of the containers and equipment at the start of the contract and as required during the term of the contract, and for their removal at the termination of the contract.

All storage containers and other equipment remains the Contractor's property during, and subsequent to, the contract period.

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D. Container Placement: All proposed container placement within Government premises must be approved by the COR or designee prior to placement by the Contractor.

E. Government Owned Containers/Equipment/Materials: Upon request, the contractor will provide individual cardboard desk side containers for the collection and separation of recyclable paper up to a maximum of 5,000 containers. The containers would be provided on a one time basis per location or tenant agency. It is anticipated that the cardboard desk side containers would only be used for additional locations added to the contract not included in Exhibit One (1), Building Location Profiles and/or for tenants moving into current locations where government desk side containers are not provided.

These cardboard desk side containers will be provided at no cost to the government and will become government property:

Upon request, the contractor shall purchase permanent desk side containers, recycling containers, equipment, educational materials, or other materials for the Federal recycling program on behalf of the government. Proceeds from The sale of recyclable materials will be applied to the purchase price of these containers which will then become the property of the U. S.

Government. COR must approve both containers to be purchased and cost of containers in advance of purchase.

F. Contractor Owned Containers/Equipment: The Contractor will provide storage collection containers for all recyclables to be used at the various locations. Containers may consist of, but are not limited to, closed-top containers, open-top containers, segmented containers, compactors, and tractor-trailers. All containers must be clearly marked so as to identify it as a recycling container. The COR shall approve all container styles, types, and markings prior to placement.

The contractor shall also provide six (6) wheeled plastic hamper/ gurneys, two (2) wheeled carts, which may be made of rubber, polyethylene, metal, or canvas. The wheels must be able to withstand weights of approximately 500 pounds for one cubic yard carts and 250 pounds for one-half cubic yard carts, without damaging floor surfaces during the collection process.

All contractors owned hampers/carts must be clearly marked as recycling containers with the contractor's name and/or logo.

See Exhibit 1, Building Location Profiles for an estimate of the number of containers to be provided at each location.

6. DELIVERY, LOADING, AND REMOVAL OF PROPERTY:

Contractor shall be responsible for the delivery, maintenance, and emptying of storage containers and equipment, throughout the contract period. The Contractor shall remove all recyclable materials within the prescribed pickup schedule, and furnish all necessary labor, materials, and transportation for loading and removal of recyclable materials.

A. Pickups: Compactors will be picked up on call. Working with the building contact, a regular schedule for pick up for dumpsters and carts will be arranged. Removal of recyclable materials will occur during normal operating hours of the loading dock unless noted otherwise defined in this specification.

NOTE: In the event of a regular pickup day, the building (s) is closed due to unexpected circumstances (i.e. Presidential declaration, inclement weather, etc.) the contractor will arrange for another day for pickup.

No pickups will be required on Saturdays, Sunday, or Federal holidays.

The Government recognizes the following holidays:

New Years Day Martin Luther King Day, Washington's Birthday Memorial Day July 4th Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day The Contractor shall schedule the removal of all containers, including compactors and front-load containers, so that the facility is without a container for no more than four (4) hours. Failure by the Contractor to remove the recyclable materials within the time specified, or to not comply with all other terms of the contract, may result in the Contractor's default in performance of this contract. If the Contractor fails to make a pickup, the Government has the right to have the materials removed and charge the Contractor any excess costs incurred.

B. Additional Pickups: From time to time, additional pickups may be required other than the scheduled pickup times. The Contractor shall then remove the recyclable materials within 24 hours from the time of notice from the authorized government representative. See Exhibit One (1); Building Location Profiles for any additional pickup requirements.

C. Transporting Responsibility: The Contractor shall secure all recyclable materials in such a manner so as to prevent it from dropping off the conveyance while being transported. In the event of equipment failure or an accident and materials are dropped from the truck, Contractor will immediately retrieve and secure all materials and notify building location representative immediately in person or by telephone.

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D. Contractor Equipment: The Government will not be held responsible for damage to the Contractor's equipment.

All Contractor equipment shall be properly maintained by the Contractor so as to minimize mechanical problems and breakdowns.

7. SUPERVISION:

A. The Contractor shall supervise the removal, transportation, weighing, and processing of the recyclable materials to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of this contract.

B. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining satisfactory standards of employee competency, conduct, appearance, and integrity. The Contractor shall be responsible for taking disciplinary actions with respect to his employees as may be necessary.

C. The Contracting Officer (CO) may require removal from the job site those contractor employees deemed to be unsuitable or otherwise objectionable or those whose continued employment under the contract is deemed to be contrary to the public interest or inconsistent with the best interests of the Government.8. ADDITIONAL CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES FOR

GOVERNMENT PROPERTY:

A. Responsibility for Government Property: The Contractor-supplied containers must be kept free from holes, vermin, or foreign matter that might cause injury, stain clothing or furniture, or contaminate the grade of recyclable paper material. All contractor-supplied equipment and materials will remain the Contractor's property (unless purchased from proceeds from the sale of recyclable materials from this contractor) during, and subsequent to, the contract period. The contractor will be responsible for delivery of the containers and any necessary equipment at the start of the contract and for removal of same at the termination of the contract.

B. Contractor Equipment/Storage Containers: The government will not be held responsible for damage to the contractor's equipment/storage containers. All contractor equipment shall be properly maintained by the contractor so as to minimize mechanical problems and breakdowns.

C. Building Loading Areas: The contractor shall leave the service area at each location where recyclable materials are picked up in a clean and orderly condition.

9. MONTHLY BILLING STATEMENTS:

The amount owed to the government each month will be determined by multiplying the unit price times the weight of the materials picked up using the following:

Market Price: The market value of the paper/cardboard will be determined by using the highest paper stock prices quoted for the Chicago market in the "Transacted Paper Stock Prices" section of the Official Board Markets (frequently referred to as the Yellow Sheet) issued on the third Saturday of the month, for mixed paper (1) and corrugated cardboard.

Formula for Unit Price: The unit price for each grade of paper, (Market Value of Material) x (Percentage Bid Factor) Billing Price: A billing price per ton will be determined for each grade of recyclable paper material removed dining that month by multiplying the total net weight by the unit price, explained above.

The Contractor, on a monthly basis, will provide the COR the material and weight of each item collected and recycled; the billing price as determined above; and a copy of the Paper Stock Prices Section of the Official Board Market for the month.

NOTE: The Government may wish, or be compelled, to use trade publications other than the Official Board Markets or Secondary Materials pricing.com during the course of the contract to determine market prices for recyclable materials.

Through a modification of the contract, the Government may use a trade publication other than the Official Board Markets or Secondary Materials Pricing.com for pricing information for any or all of the recyclable materials.

A. Minimum Monthly Billing Amounts: Regardless of the market conditions, a value of less than $1.00 for recyclable materials will be assigned. For instance, if the highest quotation for mixed paper is $5.00 in a given month, a value, of $0.00 to mixed paper for that month.

B. Adverse Market Conditions: In the event that adverse market conditions occur, the Contracting Officer shall reevaluate the terms of the contract. The CO may choose to negotiate a supplemental agreement, providing for adequate adjustment based on the market conditions, with the firm awarded this contract.

10. WEIGHING PROCEDURES:

The Contractor has two methods for weighing removed recyclable material: (1) Official Weight Method, in which an official weight is established for containers of uniform make and size and, (2) Scale Method, in which loads of recyclable material are weighed on certified scales.

Official Weight Method: The use of an official weight for containers of uniform make and size is intended to make the recycling process more efficient by not requiring that every load be weighed. While not as accurate as weighing every load, this method will allow the Government to receive a fair weight for the materials recycled in its buildings. With the approval of the COR, the Contractor may use the official weight method when using indoor containers of uniform make and size. Although the Official Weight Method is allowed, the Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to weigh all, or a portion, of the recyclable materials on a certified scale.

Establishing an Official Weight: After award of contract, the Contractor and the COR will conduct a joint test weighing the recyclables. The container(s) the Contractor plans to use at each location will be filled and weighed with paper or

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commingled materials. An average of at least four weightings, minus the container weight, will be the official weight of each container of recyclable material. The COR and Contractor may also establish official weights for baled material, using the average weight method. The COR reserves the right to establish an official weight for baled, and containerized material by using historical data or industry standards.

The Official Weight of any partially filled containers will be the nearest fraction (1/4, 1/2, 3/4) of the container.

Limitation of Use of Official Weight: An official weight shall not be established for any material picked up in a container for which an official weight has not been established. In these cases, the Contractor shall weigh the materials to determine the weight.

Formula for Determining Net Weight: The following formula will be used to determine the net weight of material picked up:

Net Weight = (Official Weight) X (Number of Containers) Weighing Recyclable Paper on Certified Scales Method:

Weighing shall be performed on own certified scales or other scales identified by the COR as #acceptable.

(a) Weighing Schedule: The Contractor shall weigh all recyclable materials material within a maximum period of 24 hours after removal from the holding agency's building, excluding weekends and Federal holidays.

(b) Formula for Determining Net Weight: The net weight per will be determined by the following formula:

Net Weight = Gross Weight - (Tare Weight + Container Weight) Tare Weight = Weight of the empty truck Gross Weight= Total of the tare weight plus the weight of the truck's load Container Weight =Weight of any hampers, carts, gaylords, and pallets used to contain the recyclable materials.

(c) Recording the Net Weight: The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to attach certified weight slips recording the date and time of weighing.

NET WEIGHT = (OFFICIAL WEIGHT) X (NUMBER OF CONTAINERS). REJECTION OR DOWN GRADING OF

MATERIALS:

In the event that the contractor refuses to accept and pickup an accumulation of source separated materials, or claims an adjustment is necessary after pickup regarding such an accumulation, on the basis that the accumulation does not properly qualify for the grade nominated, the COR shall be notified immediately by telephone, followed by a letter of confirmation within two (2) working days of the rejection or claimed adjustment. The COR shall provide for inspection by the Government and, in the absence of agreement between the Government and contractor, shall make the decision as to quality and grade.

In the event the COR agrees that the accumulation does not properly quality for the grade nominated, it will be downgraded or the reasonable cost of removing out throws above the specified levels as determined by a mutual written agreement between the Government and the Contractor, and in the absence of agreement, as decided by the Contracting Officer will be deducted from the amount due to the Government by the contractor. Decisions of the Contracting Officer made pursuant to this clause shall be subject to the Contract Disputes Act of 1978, Public Law 95-563, copies of which are available from the GSA contracting Officer.

11. FEDERAL EMPLOYEE RECYCLING TRAINING:

In order to insure the success of recycling programs in the buildings on the contract, the Contractor shall be available to help with employee recycling training. In partnership with the Government agencies, the Contractor will increase awareness of, explain, and promote recycling programs through workshops, training sessions, special events (e.g. Earth Day), and educational literature. Examples of methods that the Contractor may use to promote recycling and train employees include public speaking, slide shows, brochures, displays, websites, and computer-based courses.

12. CONTRACT CLOSE-OUT:

Upon completion of the contract, the Contractor shall remove all contractor-owned equipment from all locations within 48 hours after the last day of the contract, or within a time frame as determined as acceptable by the COR; shall provide the

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COR with a copy of the established delivery schedule; 48 hours after the last day of the contract; and shall submit a Release of Claims, GSA Form 1142, to the CO upon making final distribution of funds due under this contract.

SECTION D: PACKING AND MARKING

1. PAYMENT OF POSTAGE AND PASS:

All postage and fees related to submitting information including, forms, reports, etc., to the Contracting Officer or the Contracting Officer’s Representative shall be paid by the contractor.

2. MARKING:

All information submitted to the Contracting Officer or the Contracting Officer's Representative shall clearly indicate the contract number of the contract for which the information is being submitted.

SECTION E: INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

1. THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL AND RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION, A. Contracting Officer:

The Contracting Officer has the overall responsibility for the administration of this contract. He/She alone, without delegation, is authorized to take actions on behalf of the Government to amend, the contract terms and conditions. However, he/she may delegate certain other responsibilities to his/her authorized representatives.

B. Contracting Officer's Representative Sandy Jones, Sustainability Program Manager, General Services Administration, 4PMEE, 77 Forsyth Street, SW Room G171, Atlanta, GA 30303-3458, 404-331-1841, is designated as the Contracting Officer's Representative to assist him/ her in the discharge of his/her responsibilities when he/she is unable to be directly in touch with the contract work. The responsibilities of the Contracting Officer's Representative include, but are not limited to: determining the adequacy of performance by the contractor in accordance with the terms and conditions of this contract; acting as the Government's representative in charge of work at the site; ensuring compliance with contract requirements insofar as the work is concerned;

and advising the Contracting Officer of any factors which may cause delay in performance of the work.

C. Contract Inspectors:

Contract-Inspectors are subordinates of the Contracting Officer's Representative and are responsible for the day-to-day inspection and monitoring of the contractors work. The responsibilities of the Inspector include, but are not limited to:

inspecting the work to ensure compliance with the contract requirements; documenting through written inspection reports the results of all inspections conducted; following through to assure that all defects or omissions are corrected; conferring with representatives of the contractor regarding any problems encountered in the performance of the work and generally assisting the Contracting Officer's Representative in carrying out his responsibilities.

SECTION F: DELIVERIES OR PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The buildings which will immediately use the services provided by this contract, once effective, are identified In Section J Exhibit 1, J (1-2). Services may be required at other locations at some future time, either during the initial 12 month contract period or the exercised option periods, and will be incorporated into the contract as required. The contractor will be notified of locations being added or deleted and the effective date that pickups are to start or end.

2. TERM OF CONTRACT.

After award, the successful contractor will be given a written notice to proceed and shall provide contractual services for a twelve months period commencing on the day specified in the Notice of Contract Award. The Notice to Proceed is expected to provide for at least 30 working days preparation time prior to commencement of work. Work under this contract is expected to commence on or about May 01, 2012.

3. OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT.

The Government shall have the unilateral option of extending the term of this contract for four (4) consecutive additional periods of 12 months each (See Full Text clause 52.217-9, OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT SERVICES, Part II, Section 1). The same terms and conditions contained in this contract shall apply too each option exercised. Options shall be exercised upon written notification (mailed or otherwise furnished) to the contractor at least thirty

(30) calendar days prior to the expiration of the contract, . The exercise of options is a Government prerogative, not a contractual right on the part of the Contractor. If the Government exercises the option(s) within the prescribed time frames, the Contractor shall be bound to perform the services for the option period(s) or be subject to the default provisions of this contract.

Extensions shall be executed on Standard Form SF 114D, May 1978 Edition, and shall be issued at least thirty (30) days prior to the contract expiration data.

4. OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES.

The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of

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Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 30 (See Full Text clause 52.217-8, OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES)

5. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS:

Not later than the 10th calendar day of each month, the Contractor will provide the COR with the material and weight of each item collected and recycled; the billing price as determined above; and a copy of the Paper Stock Prices of the Official Board Market for the month. The report will show any containers or materials that were purchased from the proceeds less any moneys owed to contractor for the purchase of recycling containers, equipment or educational materials.

The COR will provide specific requirements and format for monthly reports.

SECTION G: CONTRACT ADM1N1SIRATION DATA

The Government has the option for proceeds from the contract to be used for the recycling program or to receive payment for the recyclables. It is the intent of this contract that monies generated from the sale of the recyclables be used to purchase, at the request of the COR, recycling containers, equipment and/or materials for the recycling program.

Should the Government choose to receive payment, the contractor shall make payments as directed within fifteen (15) calendar days from date of request. Payments will be submitted by the Contractor to GSA or as directed by the Contracting Officer.

It is the objective of the government to obtain complete and satisfactory performance in accordance with the terms of the specifications and requirements of this contract, In the event the government is required to have another contractor come in and perform contract requirements, as a result of the contractor's nonperformance, the contractor will be responsible for any and all additional cost generated as a result of his nonperformance.

NOTE: PAYMENTS BY CASHIER'S CHECK, MONEY ORDER, GOVERNMENT CHECK, AND CREDIT UNION CHECKS

ONLY.

SECTION H: SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

1. CLEARANCE/PASS REQUIREMENTS

If either of the locations in this contract require passes for contractor employees to enter the facility grounds the contractor shall notify the COR within 5 work days after award of contract. Any clearance or pass issued by the government may be revoked if deemed by the CO to be necessary.

2. CRIMINAL LIABILITY

It is understood that disclosure of information relating to the work or services hereunder to any person not entitled to receive it, or failure to safeguard any classified information as defined in Executive Order Number 11652 that may come to the contractors or any person under the contractor's control in connection with the work under this contract, may subject the contractor, his agents or - employees to criminal liability under title 18, Section 793, 794, and 798 of the United States Code.

3. STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

The contractor shall be responsible for maintaining satisfactory standards of employee competency, conduct, appearances and integrity and shall be responsible for taking such disciplinary action with respect to his employees as may be necessary.

4. MARKING OF EQUIPMENT

All trucks and contractor provided equipment will be clearly marked with the contractor's company name and logo.

5. LICENSING OF DRIVERS

Truck drivers are required to carry a valid driver’s license that meets all state and local requirementsSECTION I: CONTRACT

CLAUSES

1 52.202-1 DEFINITIONS (JUL 2004)

2 52.203-3 GRATUITIES (APR 1984)

3 52.203-5 COVENANT AGAINST CONTINGENT FEES (APR 1984)

4 52.203-6 RESTRICTIONS ON SUBCONTRACTOR SALES TO THE GOVERNMENT (SEP 2006)

5 52.203-7 ANTI-KICKBACK PROCEDURES (OCT 2010)

6 52.203-8 CANCELLATION, RESCISSION, AND RECOVERY OF FUNDS FOR ILLEGAL OR IMPROPER

ACTIVITY (JAN 1997)

7 52.203-10 PRICE OR FEE ADJESTMENT FOR ILLEGAL OR IMPROPER ACTIVITY

8 52.204-4 PRINTED OR COPIED DOUBLE-SIDED ON POSTCONSUMER FIBER CONTENT PAPER

(MAY 2011)

9 52.204-7 CENTRAL CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION (APR 2008)

10 52.208-9 CONTRACTOR USE OF MANDATORY SOURCES OF SUPPLY OR SERVICES (OCT 2008)

11 52.209-6 PROTECTING THE GOVERNMENT`s INTEREST WHEN SUBCONTRACTING WITH CONTRACTORS

DEBARRED, SUSPENDED, OR PROPOSED FOR DEBARMENT (DEC 2010)

12 52.215-2 AUDITS AND RECORDS – NEGOTIATION (ALTERNATE II)

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13 52.215-8 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE – UNIFORM CONTRACT FORMAT (OCT 1997)

14 52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999)

15 52.217-9 OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT (MAR 2000)

14 52.222-1 NOTICE TO THE GOVERNMENT OF LABOR DISPUTES (FEB 1997)

15 52.222-3 CONVICT LABOR (JUN 2003)

16 52.222-21 PROHIBITION OF SEGREGATED FACILITIES (FEB 1999)

17 52.222-26 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (MAR 2007)

18 52.222-35 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR SPECIAL DISABLED VETERANS, VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM

ERA, AND OTHER ELIGIBLE VETERANS (SEP 2006)

19 52.222-36 AFFIRMATIVE ACTION FOR WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES (OCT 2010

20 52.222-37 EMPLOYMENT REPORTS ON SPECIAL DISABLED VETERANS, VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM

ERA, AND OTHER ELIGIBLE VETERANS (SEP 2006)

21 52.222-41 SERVICE CONTRACT ACT OF 1965, AS (NOV 2007)

22 52.222-42 STATEMENT OF EQUIVALENT RATES FOR FEDERAL HIRES (MAY 1989)

23 52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (FEB 2009)

24 52.223-5 POLLUTION PREVENTION AND RIGHT-TO-KNOW INFORMATION (MAY 2011)

25 52.223-6 DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE (MAY 2001)

26 52.223-10 WASTE REDUCTION PROGRAM (MAY 2011)

27 52.223-14 TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE REPORTING (AUG 2003)

28 52.223-18 ENCOURAGING CONTRACTOR POLICIES TO BAN TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING (AUG 2011)

29 52.223-19 COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (MAY 2011)

30 52.225-1 BUY AMERICAN ACT--SUPPLIES (FEB 2009)

31 52.225-13 RESTRICTIONS ON CERTAIN FOREIGN PURCHASES (JUN 2008)

32 52.228-5 INSURANCE – WORK ON A GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION (JAN 1997)

33 552.229-4 FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL TAXES (APR 2003)

34 52.232-1 PAYMENTS (APR 1984)

35 52.232-8 DISCOUNTS FOR PROMPT PAYMENT (FEB 2002)

36 52.232-11 EXTRAS (APR 1984)

37 52.232-23 ASSIGNMENT OF CLAIMS (JAN 1986)

38 52.232-25 PROMPT PAYMENT (OCT 2008)

39 52.232-17 INTEREST (OCT 2008)

40 52.232-34 PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER – OTHER THAN CENTRAL CONTRACTOR

REGISTRATION (MAY 1999)

41 52.233-1 DISPUTES (JUL 2002)

42 52.233-3 PROTEST AFTER AWARD (AUG 1996)

43 52.233-4 APPLICABLE LAW FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT CLAIM (OCT 2004)

44 52.236-13 ACCIDENT PREVENTION (NOV 1991)

45 52.237-1 SITE VISIT (APR 1984)

46 52.237-2 PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT, AND VEGETATION (APR 1984) 14

47 52.237-3 CONTINUITY OF SERVICES (JAN 1991)

48 52.237-5 PAYMENT BY CONTRACTOR TO GOVERNMENT (APR 1984)

49 52.242.13 BANKRUPTCY (JUL 1995)

50 52.242-15 STOP-WORK ORDER (AUG 1989)

51 52.242-17 GOVERNMENT DELAY OF WORK (APR 1984)

52 52.243-1 I CHANGES--FIXED-PRICE (AUG 1987)--ALTERNATE I (APR 1984)

53 52.245-1 GOVERNMENT PROPERTY (JUN 2007)

54 52.245-2 GOVERNMENT PROPERTY INSTIALLATION OPERATION SERVICES (JUN 2007)

55 52.246-4 INSPECTION OF SUPPLIES FIXED-PRICE (AUG 1996)

56 52.246-25 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SERVICES (FEB 1997)

57 52.249-1 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF THE GOVERNMENT (FIXED-PRICE) (SHORT FORM)

(APR 1984)

58 52.249-4 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF THE GOVERNMENT (SERVICES) (SHORT FORM) (APR 1984)

59 52.249-8 DEFAULT (FIXED-PRICE SUPPLY AND SERVICE) (APR 1984)

60 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

61 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

62 552.252-5 AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN PROVISIONS (DEVIATION FAR 52.252-5) (SEP 1999) 15 59 552.252-6 AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN CLAUSES (DEVIATION FAR 52.252-6) (SEP 1999)

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60 52.253-1 COMPUTER GENERATED FORMS (JAN 1991)

61 552.203-71 RESTRICTION ON ADVERTISING (SEP 1999)

62 552.232-72 FINAL PAYMENT UNDER BUILDING SERVICES CONTRACTS (NOV 2009)

SECTION I: EXHIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

EXHIBIT 1- BUILDING LOCATION PROFILES

LOCATION ONE (1) - Peachtree Summit Federal Building

Address: 401 W. Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA

Number of Employees: Approximately 1,940 employees. An additional 450 employees are scheduled to move in the building within the next year.

Materials to be recycled: This location currently collects mixed paper, with corrugated cardboard, and comingled aluminum cans, plastic and glass bottles as well as bimetal cans which are double bagged and placed in the compactor with paper/ cardboard.

Equipment to be provided by Contractor:

· Compactor. (The current compactor will have to be replaced by the new contractor.)

· Twenty-five (25) Two (2) Wheeled Recycling Carts (95 gal)

· Two - six wheeled plastic hampers

Pickup is on call - with an average pickup of twice a month. Compactor must be emptied prior to 6:00 AM

Estimate for mixed paper is 55 tons - with current population.

For Site Visit - Contact Wanda Kearney or John Bagwell at 404-331-3333

Comments: All Federal Agencies are mandated to increase their waste diversion rate to an additional 10% each year to reach a minimum of 50% by 2015. The IRS is a tenant in this building and uses a secure destruction company for some of their recyclables.

LOCATION TWO (2) - US Court of Appeals

Address: 56 Forsyth Street, Atlanta, GA and The Godbold Court of Appeals, 96 Poplar Street, SW, Atlanta, GA (corner of Cone and Poplar Streets)

Number of Employees: The two buildings have a total of approximately 220 employees.

Materials to be recycled: This location currently collects mixed paper, with corrugated cardboard, and comingled aluminum cans, plastic and glass bottles as well as bimetal cans which are double bagged and placed in the wheeled 95 gal containers with the paper.

Equipment to be provided by Contractor:

· Fifteen (15) Two (2) Wheeled Recycling Containers (90gal) are currently required for this building.

· Additional ones will be required as recycling rate increases.

Pickup is currently weekly but may need to be increased if recycling rate increases.

Estimate for mixed paper is 37 tons.

For Site Visit - Contact Steve Houlder at 404/562-0748 or cell 404/38

Comments: All Federal Agencies are mandated to increase their waste diversion rate to an additional 10% each year to reach a minimum of 50% by 2015.

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LOCATION THREE (3) - Sam Nunn Atlanta Federal Center, Address: 100 Alabama Street, NW, Atlanta, GA

Number of Employees: 3,800

Materials to be recycled: This location currently collects mixed paper, with corrugated cardboard, and comingled aluminum cans, plastic and glass bottles as well as bimetal cans which are double bagged and placed in the recycling compactor.

Equipment to be provided by Contractor:

· 35 yd compactor is Contractor provided. The current compactor will have to be replaced by the new contractor.

· Twenty-five (25) Two (2) Wheeled Recycling Carts (95 gal)

· Six - six wheeled plastic hampers

Pickup is on call and is approximately once a week.

Estimate for mixed paper: 165 tons of mixed paper and cardboard and 50 tons of comingled beverage containers and bi-metal cans.

For Site Visit— Contact Robert Perkins 404-562-0076, cell 770-652-2866

Comments: All Federal Agencies are mandated to increase their waste diversion rate to an additional 10% each year to reach a minimum of 50% by 2015.

LOCATION FOUR (4) - Richard B. Russell (RBR) Federal Building and Courthouse and Martin Luther King Federal Bldg (MLK)

Address: RBR - 75 Spring Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, (MLK) - 77 Forsyth Street, Atlanta, GA 30303 Number of Employees: RBR – 1226; MLK – 500

Materials to be recycled: This location currently collects mixed paper, with corrugated cardboard, and comingled aluminum cans, plastic and glass bottles as well as bimetal cans which are double bagged and placed in the recycling compactor.

Equipment to be provided by Contractor:

· Compactor is Contractor provided. The current compactor will have to be replaced by the new contractor.

· Twenty-five (25) Two (2) Wheeled Recycling Carts (95 gal)

· Four - six wheeled plastic hampers Pickup is on call and is approximately once a week at the RBR Building.

Estimate for mixed paper: tons of mixed paper and cardboard and comingled beverage containers and bi-metal cans.

For Site Visit— Contact : Steve Houlder 404/562-0748 or cell 404/38

Comments: All Federal Agencies are mandated to increase their waste diversion rate an additional 10% each year to reach a minimum of 50% by 2015.

LOCATION FIVE (5) IRS Service Center

Address: IRS Service Center, 2385 Chamblee Tucker Road, Chamblee, GA 30341

Number of Employees: 2000

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Materials to be recycled: This location currently collects mixed paper, with corrugated cardboard, and comingled aluminum cans, plastic and glass bottles as well as bimetal cans which are double bagged and placed in the recycling compactor.

Equipment to be provided by Contractor:

· 8 yd cuyd Dumpster with pickups two to four times a week

· Twenty-five (25) Two (2) Wheeled Recycling Carts (95 gal)

· Two six wheeled plastic hampers

Pickup is on call and is approximately 2 to 4 times a week. based on tax season

Estimate for mixed paper: tons of mixed paper and cardboard and 50 tons of comingled beverage containers and bi-metal cans.

For Site Visit— Contact Tina Yates, 404/832-8180; cell 404/661-6235 Comments: All Federal Agencies are mandated to increase their waste diversion rate an additional 10% each year to reach a minimum of 50% by 2015. The IRS also uses a secure destruction company for some of their recyclables.

LOCATION SIX (6) - VA Medical Center

Address: 1670 Clairmont Road, Atlanta, GA recycling only baled cardboard.

Materials to be recycled: Cardboard

Estimate: 93 tons

Pickup averages twice a month

For Site Visit— Contact Joshua Jenkins at 404/321-6111, EX 156

SITE VISITS

Bidders are invited and encouraged to visit individual sites where the services are to be performed. The visit should be used to satisfy any questions regarding all general and local conditions that may affect fie cost of Contract performance. Failure to inspect shall be at the risk of the bidder, and in no event shall failure to inspect the sites constitute grounds for a claim after contract award. Potential bidders should contact the person listed in Exhibit 1, Locations to make an appointment for inspection

PRIOR YEAR'S PROCUREMENT

The following is given for the incumbent contract information; Data includes amendments to the original contract. The bidder is cautioned that the work covered by this contract and the previous contract may differ.

Contractor: American Recycling of Georgia 4785 Fulton Industrial Blvd Atlanta, GA 30336 Current Price: Mixed 50% Corrugated 15% Loose Corrugated 70% Bailed

EXHIBIT 2 DEFINITIONS:

Mixed Paper: Various grades of paper, including miscellaneous ledger, file stock, wet strength, heavy books, magazines, slick-coated paper, colored paper, carbonless paper, ground wood paper, and copier paper, and contaminated white laser paper. No more than (10-) total out throws or prohibitive materials by weight.

Commingled Recyclables: Mixed recyclable materials that are collected in one container (e.g., aluminum, plastic and glass beverage containers).

Contractor Containers/Pallets/Gaylords/Canvas Hampers: Those containers provided by the Contractor and approved by the COR to store recyclable materials at, and transport recyclable materials from, the holding agency's storage areas at each location identified in Exhibit 1.

Contractor Payment: Payment, made by the Contractor to the U.S. Government, for recyclable materials removed from locations identified in Exhibit 1.

Loading Dock/Area: The Government designated site at each service location, identified in Exhibit 1, where the Contractor trucks are to pickup, and empty the recyclable materials containers when requested by the holding agency's authorized representative.

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Notification: The request, by the authorized agency representative, to the Contractor for scheduling the removal of recyclable paper material from the holding agency.

The number, printed on the plastic product, indicating the type of plastic of which the product is made. Below are what each number stands for:

PET OR PETE: Polyethylene terephthalate. Touch, shatterproof products such as soft drink and water bottles, and food and medicine containers.

HDPE: High-density polyethylene. Flexible, translucent products such as milk and detergent bottles.

PVC: Polyvinyl Chloride. Clear, somewhat brittle products such as cooking oil bottles.

LDPE: Low-density polyethylene. A moisture-proof film used to make garbage bags, food wrap, and shrink-wrap.

PP: Polypropylene. Stiff, heat-and chemical-resistant products such as syrup bottles, yogurt tubs, straws, and office furniture.

PS: Polystyrene. Known commercially as Styrofoam; products include foam dishes and cups, egg cartons, and cassette tape cases.

SECTION M: EVALUATION FACTOR FOR AWARD

To be considered for an award, the bidder must insert one figure in the bid schedule for each item listed. Bidder must bid on all recyclable items noted. Negative bids, or negative/positive bids will not be considered for award and may be rejected as non-responsive to the solicitation.

A. Award will be made to the most responsive, responsible bidder offering the highest percentage of the market price, which will result in the highest price. The highest price will be determined by the following formula:

1. Market Price: The market value of the paper/cardboard will be determined by using the highest paper stock prices quoted for the Chicago market in the "Transacted Paper Stock Prices" section of the Official Board markets (frequently referred to as the Yellow Sheet) issued on the third Saturday of the month, for mixed paper (1) and corrugated cardboard.

2. Formula for Unit Price: The unit price for each grade of paper = (Market Value of Material) x (Percentage Bid Factor) which will determine the highest price.

B. A written award or acceptance of a bid mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful bidder within the time for acceptance specified in the bid shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party, C. The Government may reject a bid as non-responsive if the prices bid are materially unbalanced between line items or sub-line items. A bid is materially unbalanced when it is based on prices significantly more than cost for some work and prices which are significantly overstated in relation to cost for other work, and if there is a reasonable doubt that the bid will result in the highest overall return to the Government even though it may be the highest evaluated bid, or if it is so unbalanced as to be tantamount to allowing a discount to the Contractor..