Purchase of Cardboard Baler

Tarrant County is soliciting bids to replace its existing cardboard baler at the county recycling center. The contract includes full removal of the current baler, delivery, installation, and all associated labor, travel, and freight costs. The new baler must meet an extensive list of technical specifications, including an open‑end automatic shear design, auto‑tie system, Ethernet remote access, and a 208‑220/440‑550 V three‑phase power requirement. The award will go to the lowest responsive bidder that satisfies all specifications and provides warranty information. • Scope: Uninstall existing baler, deliver and install a new industrial cardboard baler meeting detailed specs. • Mandatory deliverables: Vendor quote form, product spec sheet, warranty details, oil/electrical system data. • Pre‑bid conference: 2 Nov 2026, 2 PM CT (in‑person only; attendance encouraged). • Submission deadline: 23 Nov 2026, 2 PM CT (online portal). • Evaluation: Lowest compliant bid wins. • Contact: Cade Pylant, Senior Buyer, (817) 884‑1133.