Request for Proposals - Residential Solid Waste & Recyclable Collection, Transfer & Disposal Service To demonstrate its qualifications for the work, each Vendor shall submit with its Proposal satisfactory proof of its qualifications to perform in a satisfactory manner, all of the work covered by this Request for Proposals (RFP). Each Vendor shall submit, among other items, information, evidence, and statements with respect to the following (this information is also required for any Subcontractors):
A. That it has a well-trained competent organization which has done work of similar character and value. Any subcontractors shall be identified. B. That it will have available adequate equipment and facilities to do the work. Information on the proposed collection vehicle(s) and residential container(s) shall be provided. Additionally, information on proposed recycling facilities and/or vendors to be utilized for the processing of Recyclables collected under this Contract shall be provided. C. That it has ample equipment, supplies, and repair parts to maintain all required equipment and facilities properly and with a minimum of delay. D. A financial statement indicating the financial history and viability of the Vendor.
Halifax County, North Carolina (the "County") is requesting proposals from qualified Vendors to provide the following services; 1) Curbside Collection of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), 2) recycling options including Curbside Collection of Recyclables, and, as an alternative to curbside collection Bulk Collection of Comingled Recyclables using roll-off boxes at seven rural collection sites located throughout the rural county, 3) Operation of the County Transfer Station, 4) Transfer of MSW to an approved MSW disposal site, 5) Roll-off Services for county boxes from seven rural convenience centers The term of the proposed contract shall begin on July 1, 2023 and shall extend for a five (5) year term. At the discretion of the County, the contract may be renewed for a maximum of two (2) additional two (2) year terms unless either party notifies the other of non-renewal at least sixty days before the end of the then current term. Prior to the effective date of the proposed contract, the Contractor shall furnish to the County a performance bond for the faithful performance of the work and all obligations arising therefrom in the initial amount of $500,000. The amount of the performance bond shall be reduced annually by 20% during the term of the contract. It shall be executed by a surety company licensed to do business in the State of North Carolina. A certificate from the surety showing that the bond premiums are paid in full shall accompany the bond. All questions about the meaning or intent of this RFP shall be submitted in writing to:
Halifax County Department of Public Utilities
26 North King Street
Post Office Box 70
Halifax, North Carolina 27839
Attn: Christopher Williams, Director
Phone Number: (252) 583-1451
Fax Number: (252) 593-5014
Email: williamscm@halifaxnc.com
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