NOT A BID/ OREGON FORWARD Suitability Determination Notice Garten Services, Inc. Confidential Record

Background
The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) of the State of Oregon is responsible for establishing a list of qualified non-profit agencies that provide products and services suitable for procurement by public agencies. Garten Services, Inc. has submitted a request to be included on this Procurement List for providing Confidential Records Destruction, which involves the shredding, pulping, or incineration of records in compliance with relevant regulations.

Work Details
Garten Services, Inc. will provide Confidential Records Destruction services, which include both in-house and mobile shredding at the contracting agency's site. The services are defined as follows:

1. Shredding, pulping, or incineration of confidential records.
2. All equipment used for these services is owned or leased by Garten Services, Inc.
3. No obligation for public agencies to purchase products tied to these services unless incidental.
4. Pricing will be determined by DAS according to contract specifications.
5. The company plans to employ approximately thirteen individuals with qualifying disabilities to perform these tasks, ensuring that the service adds measurable value.

Period of Performance
The effective date of listing is June 18, 2026. Garten Services, Inc. is approved to provide these services as long as they meet the specifications and timelines set by the contracting agency.

Place of Performance
Services will be provided to public agencies located in Marion, Polk, Linn, Benton, Yamhill, Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington, and Lane counties in Oregon.

Bidder Requirements
Garten Services, Inc. is compliant as an Oregon Forward Contractor under ORS 279.835(5)(a)(b)(c) and OAR 125-055-0005 through 125-055-0040. They do not plan on using subcontractors for this service.