Waste Receptacles, Metal, Plastic Recycle Containers and Tote Bins

The City of Newark, New Jersey is seeking electronic bids for Bid #2022-10, which involves the procurement of waste receptacles, metal and plastic recycle containers, and tote bins for municipal use. The solicitation covers a comprehensive range of waste management containers, including metal expanded waste receptacles in multiple quantity ranges, 32-gallon tough plastic containers with and without lids, heavy-duty plastic containers, and 18-gallon tote bin recycling containers in blue or green colors, some featuring City of Newark logos. Electronic bids will be accepted through the City's e-Procurement Portal until 10:15 am on March 24, 2022, with a potential two-year contract period covering Year 1 and Year 2. The procurement allows for equivalent brands and requires all products to be new, of good quality, and from current manufacturer production. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness, responsibility, and pricing tiers based on order quantities ranging from 1-49 units to 1,000+ units, with the City reserving the right to request product samples, verify equivalency, and award contracts in part or whole.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations, but bidders must comply with New Jersey state requirements including anti-discrimination provisions, business registration, and affirmative action compliance. Vendors must also provide detailed disclosure of ownership and investment activities. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the bid allows for potential work with multiple vendors, providing flexibility in contract award. The City maintains the right to adjust contract quantities and will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Though specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the pricing structure allows for varied pricing based on order volume, suggesting potential contract values that could accommodate different municipal needs and budget constraints. Interested vendors must demonstrate ability to meet technical specifications, provide competitive pricing, and comply with all state and local procurement regulations.