The vendor is required to provide refuse collection services for agency.
- Containers
• Provide refuse containers at the specified location in the specified quantity and size of container.
• The containers shall be of metal or durable plastic construction, furnished with hinged metal or plastic cover which can be opened and closed easily
• The containers shall be uniform in configuration and appearance, and easily recognizable as refuse containers.
• Contractor shall have a sufficient inventory of containers so that replacement containers will be available in the event that containers at any station are removed for repairs or for any other reasons.
• The containers provided by the contractor shall be properly maintained by the contractor at all times.
• Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to: painting for good appearance, repairing of damages for safety and prevention of leakage or escape of refuse placed in the containers, periodic clean-up of interior and exterior of containers by washing, scraping, steam-cleaning and spraying with an approved disinfectant at least once a month or more often depending upon the type of refuse usually contained, in order to keep the containers clean, sanitary, and free from offensive residual odors.
• Containers shall not contain any advertising.
- Collection service
• The contractor shall contact the technical representative if any delay is anticipated.
• The contractor shall completely empty the container during collections to ensure that transfer of refuse from containers to refuse and recycling collection trucks be performed with minimum spillage and pollution of the atmosphere or surrounding area. in the event that spillage occurs, the contractor shall clean the area to ensure the area is left in a satisfactory clean condition to the university.
• The contractor shall perform the work in a manner that results in minimal interference with the safety, welfare, and convenience of the university's daily operations and with the least disturbance to students and staff.
• On all days when the refuse is collected, the contractor shall push out the refuse container from the trash area onto the driveway area for emptying and return the refuse container to the trash area for servicing.
- Disposal of refuse
• The contractor shall be responsible for the disposition of all refuse at the disposal sites.
• The cost of the disposal of the refuse including dump fee charges shall be borne by the contractor.
• The contractor shall comply with all laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations pertaining to the collection, transportation, and disposal of refuse and shall obtain such permits, licenses or other authorization as may be required.
- Container access
• The university shall keep the area around the containers reasonably clear so the contractor will have access to the containers and the contractor is able to empty and replace the containers without any obstructions or hazards.
- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: May 13, 2025