Trash Can Liners

Merrimack County Nursing Home has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for trash can liners, seeking qualified vendors to supply four specific types of can liners through a three-year contract. The procurement involves approximately 700 cases of 55-gallon black liners, 500 cases of 20-30 gallon high-density liners, 225 cases of 60-gallon clear liners, and 10 cases of extra-heavy 56-gallon clear liners. The RFP was released on January 31, 2025, with proposals due on February 13, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, and vendors can submit responses electronically via BidNet Direct or through hard copy submission. The evaluation criteria will comprehensively assess proposals based on pricing (50%), prior experience (20%), product quality (15%), and service quality (15%). The contract may be extended for up to two additional one-year periods upon mutual agreement, with potential pricing adjustments linked to the Consumer Price Index. All proposed costs must be all-inclusive and include shipping charges, with orders to be delivered FOB Destination.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors will be expected to provide comprehensive pricing and demonstrate capability to meet the nursing home's liner requirements across multiple specifications. The county reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals and will make the final award determination based on the most advantageous submission, subject to approval by the Merrimack County Board of Commissioners. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the annual procurement volume suggests a substantial contract value spanning multiple liner types. The three-year contract structure, with potential two-year extension, indicates a strategic approach to establishing a long-term supply relationship for can liners. Vendors should be prepared to provide competitive pricing, high-quality products, reliable service, and demonstrable experience in supplying institutional-grade can liners.