Furnishing and delivery of automated/semi-automated sanitation collection system containers and related items

The Township of Toms River, New Jersey, located in Ocean County, is soliciting bids for the furnishing and delivery of automated and semi-automated sanitation collection system containers. The procurement seeks high-density polyethylene plastic containers in two primary sizes: 95-gallon and 64-gallon, with specific design requirements including molded wheels, steel axles, and compliance with ANSI specifications. The initial estimated purchase is approximately 3,000 containers, with potential for up to 10,000 containers throughout the contract period. The bid was released on December 22, 2023, with responses due by January 11, 2024, at 10:00 am, and an anticipated contract award date of January 31, 2024. The contract will be valid for twelve consecutive months from the award date, with containers specified in gray for sanitation and blue for recycling. Evaluation criteria will include responsiveness, responsibility, and compliance with detailed technical specifications for container design, materials, durability, and markings.

Bidders must submit mandatory documentation, including a price certification, corporate resolution, and affirmative action form, indicating potential preferences for local or disadvantaged businesses. The township reserves the right to award the contract on a per-line-item basis and may utilize cooperative purchasing agreements. Pricing will be reviewed every 90 days, with potential resin pricing adjustments passed to the township after the initial order. Liquidated damages of $50 per calendar day may be assessed for delivery delays. Containers must come with a manufacturer's warranty and meet specific performance standards. Delivery will be made to the Toms River Public Works Office, with bidders expected to provide comprehensive documentation of manufacturing capabilities and compliance. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the potential procurement of up to 10,000 containers suggests a significant contract value, likely in the range of several hundred thousand dollars.