Garbage Disposal Services - Lee SP

The contract for garbage disposal services at Lee State Prison is established for an initial one-year term with the possibility of up to four annual renewals, providing continuous waste management support for the facility located at 153 Pinewood Drive, Leesburg, Georgia. The scope requires the contractor to supply and service two 40-yard roll-off containers three times weekly, with provisions for additional pickups within 24 hours upon request. Services are to be performed according to detailed specifications, excluding weekends and State of Georgia holidays, with scheduled pickups adjusted accordingly if they fall on holidays. The contract emphasizes compliance with all local, state, and federal waste disposal regulations, and the contractor bears the risk until acceptance at the destination, with inspection and acceptance performed by the State Entity. Pricing submissions must include all costs, with monthly invoices due by the 10th of each month, and the contract includes provisions for renewal, amendments, and extensions, subject to mutual written agreement and approval from the Department of Administrative Services if exceeding delegated authority. The procurement process is conducted electronically through the Team Georgia Marketplace™, with responses evaluated on administrative compliance, technical acceptability, and cost. The evaluation emphasizes mandatory requirements, responsiveness, and responsible contractor status, with preferences granted for Georgia-based businesses and participation in the Georgia Enterprise for Products and Services (GEPS) program. Award will be made to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder(s) meeting all specifications, with the possibility of multiple awards. The contract incorporates Georgia law and regulations, referencing the State Entity Standard Contract Form, which includes standard provisions such as amendments, notices, survival clauses, and severability. It explicitly excludes federal FAR clauses, relying instead on state statutes and procurement policies, including restrictions on indemnification, warranties, venue, governing law, and arbitration, ensuring compliance with Georgia’s legal framework. Supporting documents include specifications, compliance forms, policies, and certifications, such as E-Verify and PREA training acknowledgments, which contractors must complete and maintain for the duration of the contract. Overall, the agreement emphasizes clear performance standards, responsible procurement practices, and strict adherence to legal and regulatory requirements to ensure effective waste disposal services at the facility.