COMPACTOR DUMPSTER

This contract is a sealed competitive bid issued by the City of Mobile for the rental, delivery, set‑up, maintenance, haul‑away, and eventual removal of compactor dumpsters serving the downtown business district. The City requires one primary 28‑30 yd compactor and may add up to two smaller units (24‑26 yd and 18‑20 yd) during the contract period. All units must be equipped with a powered lift/tipper arm that operates smoothly and efficiently, and the vendor must provide 24 × 7 support with rapid on‑site response. The award went to Republic Services of Mobile, and the contract runs for an initial one‑year term with the possibility of two mutually‑agreed renewals and a City‑option extension up to a total of three years. The solicitation emphasizes local‑preference rules, insurance requirements, and a 15 % socially‑economically disadvantaged performance clause for contracts exceeding $50 k. • Scope: Rental, delivery, set‑up, haul‑away, maintenance, and removal of 1–3 compactor dumpsters. • Term: 1‑year base, renewable up to 3 years total. • Evaluation: Lowest total annual cost (rental + haul‑away). • Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience, insurance coverage, E‑Verify, and 15 % disadvantaged‑person performance for >$50 k contracts.