BID - Chemical Toilet Rental 2008

The document is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the rental of chemical toilets in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. The document outlines the requirements and specifications for the procurement of goods and services related to portable chemical toilets. The document states that the County reserves the right to procure any quantity of goods or services that are deemed in its best interest. The award will be made on an individual item basis or on an aggregate item basis if an additional discount is offered. The Bidder is required to provide complete, current, and up-to-date manufacturer-published descriptive literature and specifications for the proposed goods. Samples may also be requested by the County, and the Bidder must deliver them within five days of the request. Failure to provide samples or clearly identify them may result in the rejection of the Bid. Insurance requirements are also specified in the document. The Successful Bidder must purchase and maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance, Business Automobile Liability Insurance, and Workers' Compensation Insurance with specific coverage limits. The County must be named as an additional insured on the insurance policies. Certificates of Insurance must be provided before commencing work. Failure to provide and maintain the required insurance may result in the termination of the Contract. The document also mentions the possibility of price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index. The Successful Bidder may request price adjustments in writing at least sixty days prior to the renewal date. The County reserves the right to accept or reject the request for a price increase. The document includes a sample agreement that the Successful Bidder must review and sign. It also provides technical specifications for the rental and servicing of the portable chemical toilets. The toilets must be serviced at least once a week and kept in a clean sanitary condition. In addition to cleaning, the servicing includes restocking all supplies such as toilet paper and hand sanitizer where applicable. Hand disinfection is also required. Additional servicing may be required for certain locations.