Gaston County On-Site Shredding Services RFP 2026
Gaston CountyCounty · Gastonia, NC- Due
- Apr 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Brittany Owusu
- (704) 866-3167
The 30-second brief
Gaston County is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide secure, confidential document shredding and destruction services for various county departments and facilities. Services include on-site shredding, secure collection containers, certified destruction, and chain-of-custody documentation.
Proposal Form Exhibit B, Background/past experience including 3 references, Pricing Form – Exhibit D, Firm's ability to meet needs, Proof of registration with North Carolina Secretary of State, NAID AAA Certificate, Current Certificate of Liability Insurance
Qualifications, Experience and Approach; Cost Effectiveness and Value; Ability to meet County's needs; Completeness of Proposal
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Summary
Gaston County is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide secure, confidential document shredding and destruction services for various county departments and facilities.
Services include on-site shredding, secure collection containers, certified destruction, and chain-of-custody documentation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications, Experience and Approach
- Cost Effectiveness and Value
- Ability to meet County's needs
- Completeness of Proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Proposal Form Exhibit B
- Background/past experience including 3 references
- Pricing Form – Exhibit D
- Firm's ability to meet needs
- Proof of registration with North Carolina Secretary of State
- NAID AAA Certificate
- Current Certificate of Liability Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Exhibit A
- Exhibit B
- Exhibit C
- Exhibit D
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Gaston County, North Carolina
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Gaston County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Brittany Owusu.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Gaston County in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Brittany Owusu at (704) 866-3167. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal Form Exhibit B, Background/past experience including 3 references, Pricing Form – Exhibit D, Firm's ability to meet needs, Proof of registration with North Carolina Secretary of State, NAID AAA Certificate, Current Certificate of Liability Insurance. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications, Experience and Approach; Cost Effectiveness and Value; Ability to meet County's needs; Completeness of Proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Gaston County?
All active and historical solicitations from Gaston County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Gaston County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Exhibit A, Exhibit B, Exhibit C, Exhibit D. Review the full document from Gaston County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gaston County, North Carolina. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.