Hauling and Land Application of Biosolids

The City of Cedar Rapids has issued a Notice of Request for Bid for the hauling and land application of biosolids at its Water Pollution Control Facility, with a submission deadline of December 20, 2024, at 3:00 PM CST. Bids must be submitted exclusively through the City’s online e-procurement portal, IonWave, with no acceptance of email, fax, or hard copy responses. The process emphasizes the responsibility of suppliers to ensure proper electronic submission, as the City will not be liable for delays or errors. Bids will be opened immediately after the deadline, and a bid tabulation will be shared with all bidders post-award, though results will not be disclosed prior to the decision. Bids can be withdrawn any time before the deadline but cannot be modified or withdrawn for sixty days afterward, ensuring a stable evaluation period. The contract, valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000, is managed by the City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with Ann Baker serving as the primary contact. The procurement is related to NAICS code 562119, indicating services associated with waste collection, treatment, and disposal. The solicitation includes detailed procedural instructions, emphasizing the importance of complete and accurate electronic submission, and highlights that the award will be based on the full scope of work covered in the bid. The comprehensive process aims to ensure transparency and competitive pricing for the City’s biosolids management needs, with the selected vendor expected to fulfill the contractual obligations efficiently and in compliance with all specified requirements.