This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Baker, Louisiana. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Waste & Recycling Services This project includes services related to (1) waste retrieval and disposal, (2) bulky waste, white goods, etc., and (3) recycling services. Work under this contract shall consist of items contained in the Proposal Form covering all supervision, materials, equipment, and all other items necessary to complete said work in accordance with the contract documents SCOPE OF WORK: The work under this contract shall consist of items contained herein including all supervision, materials, equipment, and all other items necessary to complete said work in accordance with the contract documents. In addition, the contractor shall be responsible for cleaning up any material spilled or blown during pickup and/or hauling operations. All collection vehicles shall be equipped with the proper tools to do so. The Contractor is responsible for issuing all service units one (1) wheeled cart for household garbage. Recycle carts may be obtained by customers upon request to City. Cart maintenance shall be the responsibility of Contractor. The contractor is responsible for replacing damaged carts. A. Storms and Other Disasters - Work under this contract does not include the collection or disposal of any increased volume resulting from a flood, hurricane, or other natural disaster over which the Contractor has no control. In the event of such a flood, hurricane, or other natural disaster, Contractor and City will negotiate the payment to be made to Contractor. Further, if the City and Contractor reach such an agreement, the City shall grant Contractor variances in routes and schedules as deemed necessary by Contractor. The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to obtain proposals from qualified contractors for waste and recycling services for the City of Baker (City) that conform to the specifications stated in this proposal. Pricing shall be quoted separately for each service or bundle of services. Any proposal that does not conform to these instructions may be rejected. Receipt of written inquiries/clarifications February 29, 2024 by 4PM Response to written inquiries/clarifications March 4, 2024 by 4PM All questions or inquiries regarding this RFP shall be submitted via written/printed source including, email or hand-delivered written notice. Emailed or handwritten questions or inquiries will be accepted by all prospective respondents in accordance with the terms and conditions of this RFP. All questions or inquiries regarding this RFP shall be submitted on or before February 26, 2024, by 4:00 PM via email or written notice to abatts@cityofbakerla.com CONTRACT EFFECTIVE DATE (MANDATORY) This contract shall be effective upon its execution. Performance of such contract shall begin on May 1, 2024. Any changes in the terms included in this contract may be negotiated provided written notification of proposed changes is given to the other party. Acceptance of any proposed changes will be recognized via an fully executed addendum to this contract and become effective on the date specified in the addendum. BOND The contractor will be required to furnish a corporate surety bond as security for this contract's performance. Said surety bonds must be in the amount of 50% of the six-month value of the contract for collection services. Premium for the bond described above shall be paid by Contractor. A certificate from the surety showing that the bond premiums are paid in full shall accompany the bond. The surety on the bond shall be a duly authorized corporate surety company authorized to do business in the state of Louisiana. The bond shall be due upon the awarding of the contract. Power of Attorney - Attorneys-in-fact who sign performance bonds or contract bonds must file with each bond a certified and effectively dated copy of their power of attorney.