San Diego County Ivalua #RFQ 12961

San Diego County Awards Contract for Large Event Recycling and Organic Waste Outreach Services

San Diego County has awarded a contract for as-needed large event recycling and organic waste outreach and education services to All Occasions Services. - Government Buyer: - County of San Diego Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Planning & Recycling Section - Department of Purchasing and Contracting (contracting office at 5560 Overland Avenue, Suite 270, San Diego, CA) - Vendor Awarded: - All Occasions Services (La Jolla, CA) - Services Requested: - Staffing (up to 6 paid trained staff per event; volunteers may supplement) - Outreach and education for recycling and organic waste at large community events (2,000+ attendees) - Setup, takedown, cleaning, and maintenance of County-owned recycling equipment (e.g., Clearstream containers) - Distribution of educational materials and in-person guidance for proper waste sorting - Monthly performance reporting using County tools - At least one Spanish-speaking staff member per event or access to translation technology - Notable Requirements: - Small-local business certification required - Inclusive staffing (bilingual capacity) - No waste hauling included; contractor focuses on event support and education - Estimated annual staff hours: 600 (not guaranteed) - Contract term: initial year plus four one-year option periods; possible short-term extensions - Place of Performance: - Unincorporated areas of San Diego County, including communities such as 4-S Ranch, Alpine, Bonsall, Fairbanks Ranch, Fallbrook, Jamul, Lakeside, Mount Helix, Ramona, Rancho San Diego, Spring Valley / Casa De Oro, Valley Center - Contracting office: 5560 Overland Avenue, Suite 270, San Diego, CA - No specific OEMs are mentioned; Clearstream is referenced as a recycling equipment brand used by the County.

Description

The County of San Diego is seeking quotes from firms to provide as-needed large event recycling and organic waste outreach and education services. The contract term is anticipated to be one year with four one-year option periods. Services include staffing events with trained personnel, maintaining recycling equipment, and providing outreach and education at large community events. The contract is set aside for Small-Local Businesses as defined by the County's policy. The solicitation includes detailed requirements for staffing, equipment maintenance, and reporting.

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