Attended Donation Center Collection Services

The Request for Proposal (RFP) document is from the Procurement Division of Knox County, Tennessee, seeking proposals for Attended Donation Center Collection Services. Here's a summary of the key points: **Proposal Submission:** * Proposals must be received by 2:00 p.m. local time on January 8, 2026. * Late proposals will not be considered. * Proposals must be delivered to the Procurement Division office, with the company name, proposal number, proposal name, and proposal closing date on the envelope. **Proposal Requirements:** * Proposers must register with the Procurement Division prior to submitting their proposal. * Proposals must be signed and include an electronic version on a CD-ROM or flash drive. * Proposers must hold their price firm for 180 days from the proposal closing date. **Evaluation Criteria:** * Award will be made to the most responsive, responsible proposer meeting specifications, with the best value (including initial cost, product quality, and other factors). * Knox County reserves the right to award the proposal on an all-or-none basis or not award it at all. **Contract Terms:** * The contract will be for one year, with the option to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. * Knox County reserves the right to add or delete locations and services, and to purchase services from other sources if needed. * The contractor must maintain records and make them available for inspection, and must comply with all federal, state, and local laws. **Special Terms and Conditions:** * The contractor must provide Attended Donation Center Collection Services, with the intent of accepting goods for recycling and reuse. * The contractor must set up accounts for each location and may be required to perform background checks on employees. * The contract may be terminated with or without cause, with 30 days' written notice. **Other Requirements:** * Proposers must certify that they are not engaged in a boycott of Israel and are in compliance with the Iran Divestment Act. * Proposers must comply with Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and ensure that their services are accessible to all individuals, regardless of race, color, or national origin. * Proposers must also comply with the Fair Wage and Hour Laws, the National Labor Relations Act, and other federal and state employment laws.