Processing, Marketing and Sale of Recyclable Materials & Metals

The City of Edinburg, Texas, has issued solicitation 2027-03 for the processing, marketing, and sale of recyclable materials and metals. The scope of work requires the selected vendor to provide all labor, equipment, and resources to receive, sort, process, store, market, and sell various commodities, including newsprint, mixed paper, corrugated containers, glass, plastics, and various metals. While the contract covers the full lifecycle of these materials, it specifically excludes collection services. The initial contract term runs from the award date through September 30, 2027, with an option for the City to extend the agreement for an additional fiscal year. The City reserves the right to adjust quantities based on fund availability, and the award may be granted to multiple vendors based on the lowest bid per item. Evaluation factors include unit pricing, past performance, and a potential five percent local preference for vendors based within Edinburg. Vendors must submit bids by September 8, 2026, via the OpenGov portal or through a sealed hard copy delivered to the City Secretary's Office. Proposals must include specific documentation, such as the Proposer Qualifications General Questionnaire and a signed Attachment III, which must be signed in ink to avoid disqualification. Successful bidders are required to maintain specific insurance coverages, including workers' compensation, protective liability, and professional liability, naming the City as an additional insured. Additionally, vendors must comply with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality standards and provide certifications regarding non-boycott of energy companies and compliance with GSA debarment regulations. Financial administration involves monthly invoicing based on tonnage delivered, with payments processed in accordance with the State of Texas Pay Law.