R98-102 AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

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household wastes), but do not have an outlet and depend on collections to properly dispose of their paint. The benefits of a collection will be illustrated on various levels. A paint collection will provide an outlet for residents to dispose of paint in an environmentally sound manner. These materials will be kept out of drains, storm sewers, landfills, surface and ground waters, and other locations. The City will acknowledge its commitment to the needs of its residents and the environment. Finally, the City and its residents will be cooperating to increase environmental and recycling awareness while at the same time protecting our natural resources and the environment because the paint will be properly handled, recycled, and/or disposed. Based on the amount of paint collected during the collection in 1996, cost estimates from IEPA, other cities, and preliminary discussions with contractors indicates that the cost for the proposed collection will range from$13,000.00 to $27,000.00 depending on the amount of paint that is collected and the location of the contractor. Through a recycling grant from the Macon County Solid Waste Department, the City has funds available to implement the proposed collection. Refer to Attachment A. Furthermore, Illinois Power has agreed to allow the collection to be held at their location on 27th Street. An RFP is necessary to obtain bids from contractors capable of implementing the proposed paint collection and recycling/disposal event. The RFP will outline disposal requirements which will consist of requiring the contractor to reuse or recycle as much of the paint and paint cans as possible. In addition, as the case with other RFPs, this RFP will have contractor, insurance, and indemnity requirements so that the City can be assured that the selected contractor can implement a successful, safe event. Attachment B consist of a statement by the Risk Management Department. Staff will be available to answer questions.