The City of Tucson has awarded a contract to HVF West LLC for scrap metal recycling services. The contract is for a term of one year, starting from March 1, 2025, and ending on February 28, 2026. The contractor will provide collection containers at each collection site, remove materials from the collection sites, and weigh and maintain accurate records of collection and recycling activities. The City will pay the contractor based on the weight of the materials collected. The contract includes provisions for audits, termination, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The contractor will establish a regular schedule to remove collected materials from the landfill one time per month, at a minimum.
• The contractor will provide collection containers at each collection site, not including the landfill.
• The contractor will weigh in on the City's landfill scale to determine tare weight and full load weight.
• The contractor will submit monthly payment for all weight tickets from the previous month.
• The contract includes provisions for audits, termination, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
The contract is a revenue-generating contract, and the City expects to generate revenue from the sale of scrap metal. The contractor will provide a revenue share proposal for the City's consideration, and the City will pay the contractor based on the weight of the materials collected.