Waste Disposal Svc - PE Furniture Plant - Addendum NO. 01 - Specification Revision Date Issued: May 8, 2025 You

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement is soliciting bids for waste disposal services at the Department of Corrections' Prison Enterprises (PE) Allen Furniture Plant, located in Kinder, Louisiana. The contract covers comprehensive waste management, including the provision and maintenance of two 6-cubic yard containers, weekly trash/garbage hauling, and disposal services, with the contract period running from the award date through December 31, 2025. The successful contractor must meet stringent performance requirements, such as performing pickups within 24 hours of request, using only Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) approved landfill sites, and maintaining containers with proper cleaning, disinfection, and pest control protocols. Bid submissions are due by May 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with online bidding exclusively through the LaGov vendor system. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, compliance with specifications, and pricing, with the contract to be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contract includes a structured penalty system for unsatisfactory service, ranging from verbal warnings to potential contract termination.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and comply with various state and federal requirements, including civil rights laws and non-discrimination provisions. The contract allows for potential two 12-month renewals, extending the total contract period to a maximum of 36 months. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the solicitation includes monthly rental fees for containers and separate monthly service fees for weekly container servicing. The vendor must also undergo a security clearance process for personnel entering institutional grounds and comply with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) regulations. Pricing will remain firm for the initial contract period, with potential adjustments for subsequent renewals based on the Producer Price Index (PPI). The procurement covers services for Allen Parish and Baton Rouge City jurisdictions, specifically targeting waste management for the corrections facility's furniture plant.