Refuse collection-greenville county

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid for refuse collection services across four maintenance facilities in Greenville County. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide trash container rental, pickup, haul, and disposal services for six containers of varying sizes (4-8 cubic yards) at different locations, with pickup frequencies ranging from twice-weekly to twice-monthly. Acceptable debris includes broken furniture, household trash, yard debris, tire debris, roadway debris, paper products, and white goods, while whole tires, dead carcasses, and large items are prohibited. The bid submission deadline is August 20, 2019, at 2:30 p.m., with questions due by August 13, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. The contract term is scheduled from September 3, 2019, to September 2, 2022, with potential automatic renewals for additional one-year periods. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsible and responsive bidder for the complete lot, with the contractor required to replace or repair damaged containers within 48 hours and accommodate additional pickups within 24 hours at the established contract rate.

The solicitation applies South Carolina resident contractor and subcontractor preferences and requires bidders to have a current South Carolina vendor number. Contractors must provide signed certifications regarding independent price determination, debarment status, drug-free workplace compliance, and ethics compliance. Insurance requirements include a Certificate of Contractor's Liability Insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence for commercial general liability, $1,000,000 per accident for auto liability, and statutory workers' compensation limits. No subcontractor substitution is permitted without written procurement officer approval. Bidders must obtain all necessary licenses and permits and comply with applicable South Carolina laws, including provisions regarding illegal immigration. While specific award value is not detailed, the comprehensive nature of the contract suggests a multi-year service agreement with potential annual renewal values tied to the container services and pickup frequencies specified in the solicitation.