788 Portable Toilets

The Capitol Region Purchasing Council (CRPC) is soliciting bids for portable toilets across its member municipalities, with a contract period from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027. The procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide self-contained, fiberglass and/or plastic portable toilet units that are handicapped-accessible and ADA-compliant. Units must include lockable toilet paper dispensers, anti-tipping mechanisms, and be serviced a minimum of once weekly, with contents pumped and supplies replenished. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Bonfire platform by December 18, 2025, with specific requirements including detailed unit specifications, dimensions, tank capacities, and recommended usage between pumpings. Vendors are required to provide both standard monthly rental pricing and per diem rates for special event rentals, with all prices to remain fixed throughout the contract period and no unilateral surcharges permitted. Evaluation will likely focus on unit specifications, pricing, maintenance capabilities, and compliance with technical requirements outlined in the specification document.

The procurement appears open to various businesses, with a specific section in the questionnaire template noting opportunities for minority and disadvantaged business enterprise certification in Connecticut. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated, vendors must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including $1,000,000 in General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance, and Workers' Compensation coverage. Vendors will be required to pay a one percent administrative fee to CRCOG quarterly and submit monthly or quarterly purchase order reports. The contract covers approximately 150 towns, boards of education, and agencies across Connecticut, with 38 located in the Greater Hartford area, suggesting potential significant volume. Although specific award values are not explicitly detailed, the broad municipal coverage and two-year contract period indicate a potentially substantial procurement opportunity. The CRPC allows for a two-year contract extension by mutual agreement, providing potential long-term revenue for the successful vendor(s).