On-Call Unit Price Contract for Grinding of Bulk Piles of Tree and Yard Debris

Rockdale County, Georgia has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-21 for an on-call unit price contract to provide grinding and hauling services for bulk tree and yard debris at the county's Recycling Center located in Conyers. The procurement seeks a vendor with at least three years of experience in debris grinding and hauling, capable of processing approximately 3,000 cubic yards of material monthly. Bidders must possess a specific equipment set including an excavator with thumb, tub grinder, loader, skid steer, and tandem axle dump trucks. The ground product must be 3-5 inches in diameter, and all debris will be transported to Pratt Recycling Industries. The contract term is one year with options to renew for two additional one-year periods. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 P.M. on September 11, 2025, and will be evaluated using a past performance, quality, and price trade-off source selection method. Bidders must submit unit pricing for grinding services (for materials less than 25" in diameter) and debris hauling, with pricing inclusive of all equipment, personnel, and associated operational costs.

While the solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, the bidding requirements suggest a competitive procurement open to qualified vendors with demonstrated technical capabilities. The county will issue monthly purchase orders for grinding and hauling services, indicating potential flexibility in contract execution. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the monthly estimated volume of 3,000 cubic yards suggests a substantial ongoing operational contract. The procurement appears to be structured to ensure continuous debris management capabilities for Rockdale County, with a focus on vendor qualifications, operational expertise, and competitive pricing. Interested vendors should carefully review the complete ITB documentation available on the Rockdale County website under the "Doing Business Here, Bid Opportunities, Current Bids" section to understand the full scope of requirements and submission guidelines.