New York State Contract Reporter #2137117

Tompkins County Solicits Bids for Reusable Bags for Low- and Fixed-Income Residents

Tompkins County Department of Recycling and Materials Management is seeking bids for the supply of reusable bags for distribution to low- and fixed-income residents, supporting compliance with the New York State Single Use Plastic Bag Ban. - Government Buyer: - Tompkins County Department of Recycling and Materials Management - Products Requested: - Shoulder style tote bags - Minimum 25 lb carrying capacity - At least 75% post-consumer recycled content - Reusable, Prop 65 compliant, durable, machine washable - Two fully attached handles, stuffs into built-in pouch - Multiple color options, custom printing options available - Dimensions: 19x15 inches or larger - B-corp or similar certification preferred; fair labor certification preferred - Cross body style tote bags - Same material and durability requirements as above - At least one fully attached strap - Dimensions: 12x15 inches or larger - Custom printing options available - Backpack style bags - Same material and durability requirements as above - Two fully attached straps - Stuffs into built-in pouch if available - Multiple color options - B-corp or similar certification preferred; fair labor certification preferred - Quantities: - Pricing requested by quantity tiers; minimum order requirements specified in bid documents - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All bags must be made with at least 75% post-consumer recycled content - Must be Prop 65 compliant, durable, and machine washable - Custom printing and multiple color options are requested - Preference for B-corp or similar and fair labor certifications - No specific OEMs or brands are mandated; open to all qualified manufacturers - No set-aside goals, but MBE, WBE, SDVOB, and DBE businesses are encouraged to participate - Online bid submission required - Contract includes CPI-based price escalation for extensions

Description

Tompkins County is seeking bids for reusable bags to be distributed at no charge to residents with low- and fixed-income, in compliance with the NYS Single Use Plastic Bag Ban legislation. The contract term is one year with two one-year extension options. Bids must be submitted online by August 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The procurement encourages Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) to respond, although no specific set-aside goals are established.

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