Commingled recycling sorter

Westchester County's Bureau of Purchase and Supplies has issued a Request for Bid (RFB-WC-25228) for a Commingled Recycling Sorter to be installed at the Daniel P. Thomas Material Recovery Facility in Yonkers, NY. The procurement involves purchasing two PlasticMax recycling system components: a CMB-2000-2D and a CMB-1600-2U model, classified as "Sensor Only" equipment. The bid encompasses comprehensive services including installation, project management, mechanical and electrical work at prevailing wage rates, and a turnkey installation with supervision and commissioning. Key technical specifications require the equipment to achieve a material removal efficiency of 92% or greater, operate in temperatures between 40°F to 100°F, and integrate with the existing Aladdin conveyor system. The bid is due on September 16, 2025, with the county reserving the right to award the contract to the most competitive bidder while adhering to solicitation guidelines.

Specific bidder qualifications include providing comprehensive references and complying with prevailing wage requirements. While no explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are noted in the documentation, bidders must meet technical and operational standards for recycling sorting equipment. The project will upgrade existing recycling infrastructure by implementing advanced optical sorting technology designed to improve material separation efficiency. Though a precise budget range is not specified, the procurement involves significant technological investment in two 80-inch wide PlasticMax modules with sophisticated sorting capabilities. The county's evaluation will likely prioritize technical compliance, operational performance, pricing competitiveness, and the bidder's demonstrated expertise in recycling sorting system implementation.