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This is a one-year term sale agreement for scrap lead acid batteries from the Navy Region Southwest NRsw Qualified Recycling Program (QRP) located at Naval Weapons Station (NWS) Seal Beach. The sale includes automotive, forklift, airplane, metal encased, and small batteries, with an estimated annual volume of 34,000 pounds. Pickup sites include Det. Fallbrook and Navsea Norco. Key requirements for bidders: - Provide current EPA ID number or the EPA ID of the company processing the bidder's materials. - Bids must be submitted via commercial carrier service only (UPS, FedEx, DHL). Emailed, faxed, hand-carried, or USPS submittals will not be accepted. - Successful bidder must provide proof of insurance and drivers must meet base access requirements. - Agreement holder and/or subcontractor must participate in the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS). - Payment is typically due within 30 days from the invoice date. Late payments incur weekly administrative charges and potential removal from the bidders list or termination of the agreement. - Subcontractors require prior approval from the NRsw QRP and must meet insurance and base access requirements. The original agreement holder remains responsible for all provisions. - Certified commercial or certified buyer scales will be used for weighing merchandise. Weight tickets must be delivered to the local recycling office no later than one business day after pickup. - The buyer assumes complete liability for all applicable taxes. - The buyer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Navy and its agencies against liability and claims arising from the performance of the agreement. - Any damage to government property during removal operations is the responsibility of the buyer. - The buyer is cautioned about potentially dangerous substances and holds the government harmless from related damages or injuries. - Advertisements must not imply endorsement by the Navy or the government. - Assignment of rights or delegation of obligations requires prior written consent. - Disputes will be decided by the NRsw QRP manager, whose decision is final. - The agreement can be terminated for convenience by the NRsw QRP with 30 days' written notice, or by the buyer with 60 days' written notice. - Termination for default may occur for failure to perform, with potential liability for damages. Warranty: The buyer warrants that the property will be scrapped by melting, shredding, or other complete means that preclude reconstruction. Failure to complete scrapping within 60 days may result in repossession by the government at the buyer's expense. Inspection Period: March 26, 2026, through April 9, 2026. To schedule an inspection, contact Christian Dominguez at **** or ***@***. *. * Deadline: April 16, 2026, strictly no later than 2:00 p. m. Pacific Time.
The agreement period is for one year from the commencement date, with potential for successive one-year extensions up to a total of five years. The buyer must continue to perform service obligations throughout the full 60-day notice period if termination is initiated by the buyer.
The buyer agrees to remit payment to the NRsw QRP by the due date specified on the invoice, typically within 30 days from the date on the invoice. All materials removed are payable immediately upon receipt of the invoice. Late payments incur weekly administrative charges.
The buyer warrants that the property will be scrapped by melting, shredding, or other equally complete manner which precludes any recognition or reconstruction of the items. The buyer further warrants that it is purchasing the property as scrap and that it will only use the property as scrap.
Bidder must provide current EPA ID number or the current EPA ID number of the company processing the bidder's materials. Drivers must meet base access requirements at NWS Seal Beach. Agreement holder and/or their subcontractor must participate in the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS).
If payment is not received by the due date, or should there be a dishonored check or a failure to pick up the materials within the time specified, weekly administrative charges will be imposed. Consequences beyond four weeks include permanent removal from the NRsw QRP bidders list and potential termination of the agreement.
Material may be inspected on an appointment basis scheduled through the local recycling office. Bidders are encouraged to inspect existing materials as a representative sample.
