Collection & Transportation of Vegetative Waste

The contract for the Collection and Transportation of Vegetative Waste in Wayne Township, Passaic County, New Jersey, is designed to secure a responsible vendor to perform curbside vegetative waste pickup from residential properties, including condominiums, townhouses, cooperatives, and houses of worship, excluding commercial establishments. The scope encompasses existing and newly constructed residential locations during the contract term, with services scheduled primarily from April through December each year. The contract, with an estimated value between $500,000 and $1,500,000, spans an initial three-year period with two optional one-year extensions, emphasizing compliance with local and state regulations, including New Jersey prevailing wage laws, affirmative action, and business registration requirements. Bidders are required to submit sealed electronic proposals via the Township’s e-Procurement portal by November 25, 2025, including detailed bid forms, affidavits, bonds, and certifications, with the lowest responsible bid being awarded, subject to responsiveness and statutory compliance. Key contractual provisions include strict adherence to bonding and insurance mandates, prohibition of oral modifications, and provisions for contract termination, assignment, and emergency extensions. The contract emphasizes statutory compliance with federal and state laws such as ADA, equal employment opportunity, and the Prevailing Wage Act, and mandates detailed documentation for bid security, ownership disclosure, and non-collusion affidavits. Payment processes are contingent upon proper invoicing, certification by designated township officials, and compliance with applicable funding appropriations, with payments made only after work acceptance. The agreement also incorporates specific clauses on responsibility transfer upon ownership change, dispute resolution, and force majeure, ensuring flexibility during unforeseen events. Overall, the contract aims to establish a reliable, compliant, and efficient vegetative waste collection service aligned with local regulations and township needs, with clear procedures for bid submission, contract administration, and performance oversight.