Sale of Scrap Cardboard Bales
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, specifically the Sierra Army Depot, is conducting a sale of approximately 400 tons of scrap cardboard bales. This is an "ALL or NOTHING" sale, requiring bidders to propose on the entire quantity. Proposals are due by April 23, 2026, at 11 AM Pacific Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The opportunity involves the sale and removal of an estimated 400 tons of scrap cardboard bales from the Sierra Army Depot in Herlong, CA. This includes approximately 230 tons currently available and an additional 150 tons expected to be generated over a one-year period. Bales vary in size (large: ~1500 lbs, small: ~600 lbs) and loads will be mixed. The contractor is responsible for all freight costs and losses, and must use a flat-bed type trailer/truck or approved vehicle. Sierra Army Depot may assist with loading, but only government employees will operate government equipment. The contractor is responsible for securing the load.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sale of Surplus Property
- Notice Identifier: 85229a83552c441a9730b867dfe7fd34
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 11 AM PST
- Published: March 30, 2026
- Removal Schedule: First truckload within 7 business days of contract effective date, then on an as-needed basis for one year.
Financial Terms
- Deposit: 20% of the proposal value is required from the winning offeror within 5 calendar days of the contract effective date, prior to material removal.
- Payment: All payments must be made via company/cashier’s check or money order prior to any removal. Cash is not accepted.
- Freight: Contractor is responsible for all freight costs and losses.
- Default: Failure to pay for and remove awarded cardboard within the specified timeframe will result in a default fee and bar from future Government sales.
Submission & Questions
- Proposals: Must be submitted per ton on the attached form, SF 114A-C. Incomplete bids will not be reviewed.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to starla.a.roberts.civ@army.mil.
- Proposal Due Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026, 11 AM PST.
- Questions Due Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026, via email.
- Contact: Starla Roberts (starla.a.roberts.civ@army.mil, 571-588-9367).
Additional Notes
Bidders are cautioned to propose only if prepared to comply with all terms and conditions. The Government reserves the right to reject unacceptable proposals. Depot hours of operation and entry requirements are available at: https://sierra.army.mil/home/header-group-3/hg3-page-1.