Statewide Scrap Metal Collection

The North Carolina Department of Administration, State Surplus Property is soliciting bids for a statewide scrap metal collection contract across fourteen geographic regions corresponding to Department of Transportation (DOT) regional divisions. The procurement seeks multiple vendors to pick up and remove both ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal from state agencies and eligible entities, with vendors required to pay the state for collected materials. Vendors may submit bids for one or more regions, with the contract mandating that state executive departments utilize the resulting agreement. The bid is due on April 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with a planned contract effective date of July 1, 2025. Pricing will be based on a percentage adjustment from the weekly American Metal Market (AMM) #1 Heavy Melt Price index for North Carolina/Virginia Markets, with vendors submitting bids as either a plus or minus amount per gross ton. Non-ferrous metals will be priced at the recycler's scale weight on pickup day. Vendors must provide monthly reports, detailed pickup documentation, and weekly pricing information.

The solicitation encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), with a specific goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as first or second-tier subcontractors. Vendors must complete various attachments demonstrating financial stability, provide professional references, and disclose worker locations. The contract will have an initial one-year term with options to renew for up to two additional one-year periods. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, vendors will be compensated through the metal recycling pricing mechanism, effectively creating a revenue-sharing arrangement with the state. The contract includes provisions for continuous improvement, dispute resolution, and transition assistance if not renewed. Participation is mandatory for state executive departments and most state agencies, with voluntary participation allowed for other eligible entities. Successful vendors must have the logistical capability to collect scrap metal from multiple locations within their assigned geographic region and demonstrate financial and operational reliability.