(BID) 27-12, Incinerator for Animal Care and Control

Henry County is soliciting bids for the removal and disposal of an existing incinerator and the subsequent furnishing, delivery, installation, configuration, testing, and commissioning of a new, fully operational unit for Animal Care and Control. The new system must be capable of disposing of animal carcasses, condemned evidence, and controlled substances, with a capacity to handle an average of over 180 carcasses or 9,000 lbs per month. The selected contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, and materials, ensuring the unit is new and unused, and demonstrating compliance with emission standards and regulations from the EPA, Georgia EPD, and OSHA. Bids are due by 3:00 PM on September 24, 2026, and must be submitted via the County's eProcurement Portal or delivered physically to the Purchasing Department in McDonough, Georgia. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, based on criteria including technical experience, financial means, and a satisfactory performance record. Required submission documents include a bid bond of at least five percent of the total bid, a bid cost submittal form, and certifications regarding non-discrimination and a drug-free workplace. Upon award, the contractor must provide performance and payment bonds totaling 100% of the contract price.