Heavy Duty Deck Screen & Optional Stacking Conveyor Rental

Newton County Board of Commissioners, acting for the Newton County Solid Waste Management Authority, is seeking sealed proposals for a heavy-duty deck screen and optional stacking conveyor rental for the county landfill, with a potential purchase option. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP 26_07 AD) soliciting equipment rental services specifically for solid waste management operations. A mandatory bidders meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM located at 205 Lower River Road, Covington, GA 30016. Proposal submissions must be submitted electronically through Bonfire's electronic submission portal by 9:00 AM local time on December 5, 2025. Contractors must be registered with the issuing office by November 6, 2025, to be considered eligible. The county will evaluate proposals based on specific factors outlined in the RFP, with the right to reject any or all submissions. Comprehensive insurance requirements include $1,000,000 per occurrence for general liability, commercial automobile liability, and worker's compensation coverage.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must provide insurance through acceptable insurers, with thirty days' prior notice required for any policy cancellations. Proposal documents are available digitally at no charge through www.co.newton.ga.us or by contacting Randi Fincher at 678-625-1237. Hard copies of documents can be obtained for a non-refundable $25.00 fee. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the available documentation, the solicitation indicates a rental arrangement with potential future purchase options for landfill equipment. The procurement targets vendors capable of providing heavy-duty screening and conveyor equipment suitable for solid waste management operations, with a focus on equipment performance, reliability, and compliance with county specifications.