City of Fort Collins - Compostable Dog Waste Bags

The City of Fort Collins is seeking proposals for compostable dog waste bags to be used by its Parks and Natural Areas Departments, with a formal Request for Proposals (RFP 10078) targeting suppliers who can provide durable bags certified to ASTM D6400 standards. The procurement is specific to Larimer County, Colorado, and targets vendors capable of supplying high-quality, environmentally compliant waste bags for approximately 110 existing dispensers throughout the city's public spaces. The bid opening is scheduled for 3:00 PM Mountain Time on December 13, 2024, with proposals due by that date and time. Potential bidders should note the city's preference for delivery within 7-10 days after order receipt, though this is not a mandatory requirement. The procurement process involves potential vendors submitting comprehensive proposals that demonstrate their ability to meet the city's specifications for compostable dog waste bags, with an understanding that product quality, certification, and timely delivery will likely be key evaluation criteria.

The current solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. Historically, the previous contract was awarded to Beyond Green Biotech, who remains eligible to rebid on this opportunity. While no definitive overall budget is specified, historical procurement data indicates an average annual spend of approximately $65,000 city-wide for these products. The city will provide a production-quality logo file exclusively to the awarded service provider and will not offer additional assistance during product unloading. Potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate their capability to consistently supply compostable dog waste bags that meet ASTM D6400 certification, with the understanding that the contract will be awarded to the most responsive and responsible bidder meeting the city's technical and operational requirements.