Automatic Tarping Machines

The County of Orange, through OC Waste & Recycling, is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement of two 40-foot Gen III Automatic Tarping Machines. These units must be equipped with Caterpillar C1.1 3-cylinder water-cooled tier IV diesel engines, manual top spool locks, wireless remotes with extra transmitters, and specific structural enhancements including boxed corner gussets, hydraulic hose protection tubes, and reinforced upright lifting bracket beams. The equipment is to be delivered F.O.B. Destination, with one unit assigned to the Frank Bowerman Landfill in Irvine and the second to the Prima Deshecha Landfill in San Juan Capistrano. This is a fully electronic solicitation requiring firm price bids submitted via the County's eProcurement Portal by September 30, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation factors including past performance, references, and a preference deduction for certified Local Small Businesses or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. Awardees must provide a Faithful Performance Bond and a Labor and Material Payment Bond. Payment is structured as a firm fixed fee paid in arrears net 30 days after the County provides written acceptance of the delivered commodities. Bidders must provide a valid Unique Entity Identifier and D-U-N-S number, and comply with all applicable federal and state safety and non-discrimination laws.