Dog Waste Bags

The Los Angeles County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services - Parks Division is seeking a vendor to procure dog waste management supplies through an informal selection solicitation. The specific procurement includes SMART LITTER PICK UP BAGS (MODEL #1402 by "DogiPot" or Equal), requiring 40 cases with 200 bags per roll and 30 rolls per case, SMART LINER TRASH BAGS (MODEL #1404 by "DogiPot" or Equal) with 40 cases of 200 liners per case, and two ALUMINUM DOGIPOT PET STATIONS (MODEL #1003-L by "DogiPot" or Equal). The contract period is scheduled from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, with award based exclusively on the lowest price submitted through the City's eProcurement Portal. Key procurement dates include a deadline for questions on April 17, 2023, and a submission deadline of April 20, 2023. Vendors must electronically submit their pricing, with delivery of materials expected within 5 business days to the PRCS-PARKS location at 233 W. Mountain, Pasadena, CA 91103. Evaluation will prioritize comprehensive pricing and compliance with specified product specifications.

The solicitation encourages participation from diverse vendors and includes optional equal opportunity employment forms (AA-1, AA-2, AA-3) for statistical reporting purposes. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated, the city emphasizes non-discrimination and inclusive hiring practices. Vendors must comply with equal employment opportunity provisions and potentially submit additional documentation including Tax Identification Number (W-9), Pasadena Business License, and required insurance certificates. The procurement allows for local preferences and includes a living wage ordinance compliance requirement. Specific technical qualifications include providing exact product models or equivalent alternatives, with a focus on precise specifications for dog waste management equipment. Although a specific contract value is not disclosed, the procurement involves 40 cases of bags and 2 pet stations, suggesting a moderate-scale municipal contract. Vendors must demonstrate capability to meet the precise product specifications and delivery requirements within the specified timeframe.