Clear Polyethylene Bags: Phase 2

OC Waste & Recycling is soliciting bids for Clear Polyethylene Bags for Compost through a fully electronic bid process for Invitation for Bid IFB-299-2545405-AA-01, which covers jurisdictions in Orange County and San Diego City, California. The procurement seeks polyethylene bags in .004 and .006 mil thickness, with potential 4-color printing options, specifically designed to hold compost and mulch products with 100 vent holes. Bags must be deliverable to three landfill locations: FRB Landfill in Irvine, Prima Deshecha Landfill in San Juan Capistrano, and Olinda Alpha Landfill in Brea. Vendors must have over 5 years of bag and packaging experience and be capable of delivering bags within 30 days of order. Key dates include February 28, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. for questions submission via OpenGov.com, and March 6, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. for bid submissions. Evaluation criteria will likely include pricing, company qualifications, references, and the ability to meet specific bag specifications. Bidders must complete and submit several mandatory forms, including a Company Profile, References, Bidder Certification, and Signature Page.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for Local Small Business (OCLSB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) certifications, offering potential bidding advantages. Businesses must first be certified by the California Department of General Services and then complete additional verification with Orange County. For Invitation for Bid scenarios, if the lowest bidder is not an OCLSB or DVBE, the lowest certified OCLSB or DVBE within 5% of the lowest bid can match the price. Businesses certified in both OCLSB and DVBE categories receive an 8% preference. The contract is structured for a one-year term with options to renew for four additional one-year periods. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract includes a 2% administrative rebate on total sales for the County. Cooperative purchasing is permitted, allowing other municipal, county, public utility, hospital, educational, and governmental organizations to potentially utilize the contract pricing. Bidders must provide a valid D-U-N-S number and comply with comprehensive insurance, indemnification, and performance requirements.