IFB_1500_MHR1018_ADD_2_v1.pdf

This is a Solicitation Addendum No. 2 issued by the City of Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement for IFB 1500 MHR1018, concerning the procurement of single and dual trash and recycling receptacles with keyed locking mechanisms, RFID tags for tracking, and identification decals. The solicitation due date has been extended to Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CT. The original solicitation called for estimated annual quantities of 50 units each for single and dual receptacles, with 50 units for each replacement part category including liners, domes, latches, flat rings, and keyed locks. Written questions were due September 16, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CT, and offers are opened at 3:00 p.m. CT on the submission deadline. No mandatory pre-offer conference or site visit is specified. Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of three consecutive years of experience providing similar services, which may be satisfied through subcontractor or manufacturer relationships with proper contractual oversight.

Pricing must be all-inclusive with no separate charges for administrative costs, overhead, shipping, transportation, or fuel surcharges, and offerors must provide pricing for all line items in Categories 1 and 2 to be considered responsive. Local Business and Small Business discounts apply at 5% for bids up to $500,000 and 3% for bids between $500,000 and $50 million, with additional discounts available for certified small business subcontractor utilization. Payment is due within 30 calendar days of City receipt of deliverables or invoice, whichever is later. A minimum one-year warranty from acceptance applies with the contractor bearing all repair or replacement costs for defective items. The City reserves the right to request samples from respondents at no cost prior to award and will evaluate alternative designs based on compliance with design intent, material quality, durability, aesthetic compatibility, and maintenance requirements. All other terms and conditions from the original solicitation remain unchanged.