Baler Replacement - Recycling Center

The contract awards a fixed‑price, single‑vendor bid to replace a horizontal baler at Outagamie County’s recycling facility, including removal of the existing unit, delivery and installation of a new baler (American 8043HS‑10‑T75 or equivalent), a spare‑parts package, and associated commissioning work. The procurement followed a sealed‑bid process with a $495,800 contract value and required 5 % bid bond and performance/payment bonds equal to the contract sum. The project must be completed by early November 2025, with liquidated damages for delays. • Scope includes baler supply, removal, installation, start‑up, and a lump‑sum spare‑parts package. • Mandatory bond and insurance requirements: 5 % bid bond; performance and payment bonds equal to contract sum; extensive insurance coverage per Attachment A. • Timeline: bids due Feb 12 2025, award by Mar 7 2025, work to start after award, final completion by Nov 3 2025. • Vendor: Wheeler Recycling Technologies (sole awardee) will receive a $495,800 lump‑sum contract. • Procurement method: competitive sealed bid (Wis. Stat. §66.0901) with full compliance to county and state regulations.