Supply of 7 & 56 Gallon Trash Can Liners

The Wake County Public School System is soliciting competitive bids from qualified vendors to supply and deliver trash can liners in two sizes: 7-gallon and 56-gallon, on an as-needed basis. The contract aims to secure a single vendor or multiple vendors, with an estimated total procurement value ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000. The specifications specify that 7-gallon liners should be approximately 23 inches wide by 17 inches high, made of linear low-density polyethylene with a thickness of at least 0.8 to 1 mil, and available in clear or black, packaged in cases of 250 or 500 bags. The 56-gallon liners should measure around 43 inches wide by 47 inches high, black in color, with a thickness of 1 to 1.5 mil, and packaged in cases of 100 liners. Delivery must be made FOB destination within 30 days of order receipt to Wake County’s central receiving location in Raleigh, North Carolina. Bids will be evaluated on a lowest price technically acceptable basis, considering factors such as price, quality, reputation, conformity to specifications, delivery timelines, and service capabilities. The contract includes provisions for compliance with various legal and safety requirements, including criminal background checks for personnel, insurance, and adherence to laws such as E-Verify and the Affordable Care Act. Additionally, the process encourages participation from minority, women, and small business enterprises, with certification requirements outlined. The contract also emphasizes the school system’s right to reject any bids, make partial awards, and ensure that all contractual obligations, including performance bonds and compliance with anti-corruption statutes, are met to safeguard the interests of Wake County Public Schools.