An evaluation team will review the bidding documents and evaluate all responses received based upon the criteria listed herein. The County may request clarifications or additional information, if needed. The proposer determined to be most qualified through the initial evaluation phase may be interviewed and the final determination will also consider reference checks and interviews.The County intends to select the Contractor most qualified for this pursuit/solicitation and begin the negotiation and award process based on the requirements of this solicitation.Selected Proposer(s) will be invited to enter into contract negotiations with the County. Should the County and the selected proposer not reach a mutual agreement, the County will terminate negotiations and move to the next ranked contractor and proceed with negotiations. A Proposer’s inability to agree to the terms of the County’s standard contract may be a basis for the County to terminate negotiations and begin negotiating with one or more other Contractors.The County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all submitted bids, to waive as informalities any irregularities, and to contract as the best interest of the County may require. The County may reject bids that are non-responsive or that are submitted by non-responsible contractors.

Each Request for Proposal is required to be submitted as outlined in this section. Please include a cover and/or first page, containing the name of the project (INSERT RFP TITLE), name of the respondent, contact information, and submittal date. In addition, provide an opening letter indicating the Consultant's interest in this project, and briefly describe what makes the Consultant a suitable candidate to be selected for insert type of service here services. A table of contents should be next. Please provide the following information in the sequence and format prescribed below. Supplemental materials providing additional information may be attached, but the information requested below is to be provided in this format.Consultant InformationContractor/Consultant/Supplier Name, local address, email address, and phone numberPrimary Individual to contact Number of years the firm has been in business (include and identify entity name change and dba)Qualifications & ExperienceAn organizational chart that explains team member responsibilities.The name and resume of each individual who would be assigned to this project and each individual assigned to backup each primary person in his/her absence, together with similar information for each individual to be provided under any subcontract.Briefly describe the rationale for the key team members for this project, and what qualities and attributes they possess that will ensure the success of this project.Previous county project(s) experience (if applicable); any project experiences are applicable.References listing client contracts of similar services.Approach to Work Describe the Consultant's ability to meet the requirements and provide the requested services listed in this RFP: Clearly describe the approaches and methods that will be used to accomplish the necessary services. Include a summary of innovative ideas and suggestions for implementing or enhancing the scope of services.Additional services or procedures of benefit to the County (if applicable)PricingComplete pricing for all services in the proposal.Additional InformationA statement outlining any proposal exceptions to the County’s requirements or requested clarifications to the requirements. (if applicable)The caption, case number, Court, Counsel, and general summary of any litigation pending, or judgment rendered within the past three (3) years involving the proposer. (if applicable)Only electronic submittal via the County's eProcurement Portal shall be accepted. No hard copies, emails, or fax submittals are acceptable.Acknowledgement (via the County's eProcurement Portal) of each addendum issued. (if applicable)

Vendor to provide approximately 3,000 pallets per year over five (5) years. The pallets must be 48" x 40", 2-way pallets for large SoundGro totes and 50lb bags. The County orders approximately 300-350 pallets at a time. Delivery of pallets is to Pierce County Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), located at 10311 Chambers Creek Rd. W, University Place, WA 98467.See Attachment A for additional details and bidder requirements.

1. Without limitation as otherwise set forth in this Agreement, Subrecipient shall comply with all relevant Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Listing Requirements, as amended and supplemented. Specifically, but not by way of limitation, CFDA 21.027 has the following policy requirements:1.1. 31 CFR Part 35, as amended by the Interim final rule published May 17, 2021, at 26786 FR Vol. 86, No. 93; or otherwise subsequently amended by Final Rule.1.2. 2 CFR Part 200, including Subparts B through F1.2.1. Additional Information: The following 2 CFR Policy requirements also apply to this assistance listing: 2 CFR Part 25, Universal Identifier and System for Award Management; 2 CFR Part 170, Reporting Subaward and Executive Compensation Information; and 2 CFR Part 180, OMB Guidelines to Agencies on Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (Non-procurement). The following 2 CFR Policy requirements are excluded from coverage under this assistance listing: For 2 CFR Part 200, Subpart C, the following provisions do not apply to the SLFRF program: 2 CFR § 200.204 (Notices of Funding Opportunities); 2 CFR § 200.205 (Federal awarding agency review of merit of proposal); 2 CFR § 200.210 (Pre-award costs); and 2 CFR § 200.213 (Reporting a determination that a non-Federal entity is not qualified for a Federal award). For 2 CFR Part 200, Subpart D, the following provisions do not apply to the SLFRF program: 2 CFR § 200.308 (revision of budget or program plan); 2 CFR § 200.309 (modifications to period of performance); CFR § 200.305 (b)(8) and (9) (Federal Payment).2. Without limitation as otherwise set forth in this Agreement, Subrecipient shall ensure that any procurement involving funds authorized by this Agreement complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including but not limited to, 2 CFR 200.318 through 200.327, as well as Appendix II to 2 CFR Part 200 (entitled “Agreement Provisions for Non-Federal Entity Contracts Under Federal Awards”).

Provide a list of minimum requirements for the vendor.

Change to Gen Pro

BIDDERS WHO REGISTER AND DOWNLOAD BID DOCUMENTS will be automatically added to the FOLLOWER'S list in the County's eProcurement Portal. Notifications for bid updates, addendum and other bid information will be sent to all bidders who register on the Pierce County eProcurement Portal.

All questions must be submitted within the County's eProcurement Portal, under the Questions and Answer Section no later than 4:00 pm on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Bidders must be registered in the eProcurement Portal software to submit questions, receive addenda, notifications and ultimately submit a proposal.Proposals must be received by the Procurement & Contract Services and the Finance Department before 1:00 pm on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The proposer is responsible for submission of proposal before the deadline. The County shall not be responsible for late submittals.

The initial contract period is anticipated to be for one (1) year. The County has the option of renewing for an additional four (4), one (1) year consecutive agreements after the initial contract is executed. The actual schedule will be negotiated with the selected firm based on consultant and agency staff availability and finalized scope of work.Initial Estimated Contract Value is $295,000.00