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BID - Collection & Disposal, Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics 2009
Year Created: 2009
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IFB - Refuse and Recyclables Collection Trucks 2008
- YEAR CREATED: 2008
- ENTITY TYPE: State
- TYPE OF DOCUMENT: BID - ITB, IFB, ITT, RFB
- Public Safety
- Solid Waste
This document provides detailed information about the requirements and regulations for public works projects in the state of New York. It explains that contractors and subcontractors are obligated to submit payroll records to the appropriate entity, either the agency preparing the project specification or the entity issuing the purchase order. These records must be retained for a period of three years from the completion of the contract.
The document also outlines the standard workday, which is typically eight hours, with exceptions made for emergencies. It emphasizes that laborers should not be compelled to work more than eight hours in a day or more than five days in a week.
Regarding taxes, the document states that the quoted bid price should include applicable taxes. However, certain taxes may be added to the invoice for non-state authorized users. Contractors are required to furnish sales tax certification for contracts exceeding $100,000.
Furthermore, the document addresses expenses incurred prior to contract execution. It clarifies that the commissioner and authorized users are not liable for any costs accrued by vendors or contractors before the contract is officially signed.
The document also highlights the need for the commissioner's approval when using bid results in commercial advertising or press releases. It provides guidelines for product references, stating that the term "or equal" applies when a specific product is mentioned, allowing for consideration of comparable products if proof of compatibility is provided.
Additionally, the document encourages the use of remanufactured, recycled, recyclable, or recovered materials in products and packaging, promoting sustainability. However, bids offering products manufactured in public institutions will be rejected.
Lastly, the document offers guidelines for pricing, including unit pricing and net pricing. It specifies that bids indicating "no charge" for a product in a group or lot must be clearly indicated; otherwise, such bids may be considered incomplete and rejected in their entirety.