Specifications include, but are not limited to: Guarantee All Pre-counted, Pre-packaged, Three Gallon Compostable Bag Packets furnished shall be guaranteed to not breakdown prematurely and shall have a shelf-life of a minimum 18 months from the date of delivery. Premature breakdown developing within the shelf-life period shall be remedied by the successful bidder free of all expense to the City. Compostable Bag Requirements The City requires that the bags used in the packets meet the ASTM D-6400 standard for compostability and are certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute. The bags must be three (3) gallons in size and measure approximately 16 inches in width and 17 inches in length. The bag thickness shall not be less than 0.06 mil. The City does not require special branding of the bags. Packet Requirements The bags must be pre-counted into sets of ten (10) bags. Each set of ten (10) bags is pre-packaged into a single envelope. Envelope used to contain each set of bags must be no larger than 5.5 inches X 8.5 inches X .25 inches in size. Envelope must be recyclable. Envelopes must arrive sealed. Envelopes must lay flat, with Each set of ten even weight distribution, suitable for mailing.