Furnishing and Delivery of Automated Refuse Carts and Replacement Parts

The County of Kauai is seeking bids for the furnishing and delivery of automated refuse carts and replacement parts. The contractor shall provide 1,092 full sets of 95-98-gallon automated refuse carts with RFID tags, as well as extra wheels, wheel retainers, axles, hinge pins, and lids. The carts must meet specific minimum specifications, including compatibility with cart dumper models, rotationally molded construction, and high-density polyethylene material. The contractor must also provide a 10-year warranty on materials and workmanship. The contract term is one year, with the option to renew annually. The contractor must deliver the products within 90 days of the contract notice to proceed. • The contractor must provide a copy of the actual warranty with their bid. • The contractor must ensure that the carts are compatible with the County's existing cart dumper models. • The contractor must provide sample drawings of the cart and lid for approval prior to production. • The contractor must include a minimum 10% recycled content in the carts, with a 5% reduction in bid price for the highest recycled content. • The contractor must provide a detailed description of their quality control process to ensure that the carts meet the minimum specifications.