Countywide Trash Can Liners (New)

Cook County is seeking a countywide procurement for trash can liners through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 2557-04181, targeting multiple county agencies including Facilities Management, the Sheriff's Office, and the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center. The procurement encompasses five distinct trash can liner specifications: 55-gallon clear and black liners, 10-gallon clear liners, 56-gallon clear liners, and 7-10 gallon black liners, with total projected quantities of approximately 22,700 cases over a three-year contract period. Vendors must submit comprehensive unit pricing for each liner type, specifying detailed product characteristics such as material (high or low-density polyethylene), dimensions, thickness, seal type, and maximum load capacity. The bid requires completion of a detailed Excel price proposal, with specific technical specifications for each liner type, and failure to submit the fully completed spreadsheet will result in disqualification. The solicitation's key dates include a posting on June 23, 2025, with proposals due by July 30, 2025, and the contract anticipated to have a three-year base term with potential quarterly orders.

The procurement includes significant Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation requirements, with vendors required to complete comprehensive utilization forms demonstrating commitment to diverse business inclusion. Bidders must either be a certified MBE/WBE, partner with certified firms, or demonstrate good faith efforts to include such businesses, with detailed documentation of participation levels and certification status. The contract allows for out-of-state vendors and provides flexibility for Cook County to adjust order quantities, potentially increasing contract awards up to 10% of the original value. Anticipated quarterly spending is approximately $50,000, with a minimum order requirement of $200 per location, and payment terms set at net 60 days. The Economic Disclosure Statement (EDS) requires extensive vendor transparency, including disclosures about business structure, ownership, potential conflicts of interest, and compliance with local regulations. The contract includes provisions for email invoicing and requires vendors to maintain adequate product quantities and ensure timely order fulfillment across multiple county agencies.