Cardboard Collection Containers - Various Facilities

The State of Alabama is seeking to procure nine specialized cardboard collection containers for various state facilities, including locations from FMS, VMS, UTES, and AASF. The procurement involves 9-yard capacity containers constructed of 12-14 gauge steel, featuring specific technical specifications such as a 6" x 60" slot opening with a rain lip, sandblasted and urethane painted surfaces, and measuring 70" in height and 94" in width. Each container must include 3" tall "CARDBOARD ONLY" decals and meet precise engineering requirements including specific steel gauge specifications for floor, roof, sides, and doors, with a lockable cam latch design and fork pocket capabilities. The solicitation is structured as an Invitation to Bid (ITB) with an electronic submission process through the Alabama buys supplier portal. Key dates include a posting date of April 25, 2025, and a bid response deadline of May 19, 2025, with vendors required to submit comprehensive bids electronically and provide detailed descriptive literature.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged business enterprises, and the bidding process is open to all qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications. Vendors must be enrolled in the E-Verify program and comply with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, with the state indicating an "all or none" award methodology to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the bid will be awarded with F.O.B. destination pricing that includes freight charges. Successful contractors must provide new, unused equipment that meets professional trade standards and is acceptable to the original equipment manufacturer. The state will process payments thirty (30) days in arrears and reserves the right to conduct physical inspections and operational evaluations of the proposed containers without cost or obligation.