Sale of Recyclable Lead-Acid Batteries
ID: MN_USPFO_2025-004Type: Sale of Surplus Property
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NG USPFO ACTIVITY MN ARNGLITTLE FALLS, MN, 56345-4173, USA

NAICS

Other Waste Collection (562119)

PSC

SALVAGE- PREPARATION AND DISPOSAL OF EXCESS/SURPLUS PROPERTY (P100)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is offering a procurement opportunity for the sale of 13 pallets of recyclable lead-acid batteries, totaling an approximate net weight of 44,100 pounds. Interested bidders are required to submit their proposals by 10:00 AM CDT on November 27, 2024, with the property available for inspection on November 20-21, 2024, and must arrange appointments via email. This initiative is part of the government's efforts to responsibly dispose of surplus materials while adhering to legal and environmental regulations, and bidders are advised to inspect the goods prior to bidding as they are sold "as is." For further inquiries, bidders can contact Ariel Gould at ariel.d.gould.civ@army.mil.

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    The document outlines a shipment of blue batteries, detailing their weight, quantity, and configuration. It reports a total weight of 44,368 pounds, with the shipment comprising 610 batteries distributed across 13 skids. Individual weights and amounts for each battery type are listed, emphasizing the diverse specifications within the shipment. The data is critical for understanding inventory levels and logistics for procurement under federal and state funding initiatives, such as RFPs and grants. This information supports proper allocation and management of resources as it pertains to government contracts and projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements related to weight and quantity standards in shipments.
    The U.S. Government is offering a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the sale of 13 pallets of recycled lead acid batteries, with a total approximate net weight of 44,100 pounds. Bids must be submitted by 10:00 AM CDT on November 27, 2024, with property available for inspection on November 20-21, 2024. Interested bidders must arrange an inspection appointment via email. Payment is required within ten business days of pickup, exclusively in certified checks or money orders payable to "US Treasury." The successful purchaser will be responsible for freight costs and must schedule pickup within twelve days of notification of the award. The property is sold "as is," and bidders are urged to inspect prior to bidding, as no warranties are provided. Special terms include potential penalties for non-compliance with payment or pickup schedules and risks associated with hazardous materials. Bidders must also provide their Tax Identification Number (TIN) and other relevant business details. This initiative reflects the government’s effort to responsibly dispose of surplus materials while ensuring compliance with legal and environmental regulations.
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    Sale of Surplus Property
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