Roll-Off Containers

Chautauqua County's Division of Purchasing has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB No. E-2-25 PFS) for Roll-Off Containers to be used at the county landfill. The procurement seeks four specific containers: two 20-yard hip top recycling containers, one 30-yard open top container, and one 40-yard open top container, along with six additional sets of 8" diameter by 8" length rollers. The bid specifications are comprehensive, requiring specific manufacturing standards including precise steel gauge requirements, rail dimensions, side post specifications, and wheel configurations. Containers must be painted medium green, include a manufacturer's serial number, and come with a one-year warranty covering materials, workmanship, service calls, parts, and labor at no cost to the county. The bid is scheduled to be opened on October 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with all questions from potential bidders due by October 14, 2025. The containers will be delivered FOB to the Chautauqua County Landfill located at 3889 Towerville Road, Jamestown, NY 14701. Award will be made to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications, with the county reserving the right to conduct exclusion checks and investigate bidder responsibility.

The county actively encourages participation from diverse businesses, specifically highlighting opportunities for Minority-owned, Women-owned, Small Business, Disadvantaged Business, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses. The contract duration is set for one year, with the procurement providing flexibility for businesses across various ownership categories to compete. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the detailed specifications suggest a professional-grade procurement with significant technical requirements. The procurement process includes a standard acknowledgment section for bidders to sign and return with their bid, demonstrating a structured approach to vendor selection. Contact for the procurement is available through the Chautauqua County Purchasing Department, located at 454 North Work Street in Falconer, NY, with a contact phone number of (716) 661-8836. The comprehensive nature of the bid documents, including the main ITB and Addendum 1, indicates a thorough and transparent procurement process designed to secure high-quality roll-off containers for the county's landfill operations.