Solid Waste Management/Refuse & Recycling

Market Survey / Sources Sought Notice Solid Waste Management/ Refuse & Recycling – Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG)

The United States Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC‑APG), Installation & Technology Division, Facilities Branch, is conducting a Sources Sought/Market Survey to identify potential sources capable of providing Solid Waste Management Services for the U.S. Army Garrison Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

Services include Scheduled Solid Waste Collection and Diversion/Disposal, including maintenance of all specified collection stations and equipment, Special Event Support and As Ordered / Requested Tasks. Excluded services include collection of hazardous waste, medical/biohazard waste, liquid waste, chemicals, or any waste other than non‑hazardous solid waste, recyclables, and waste for fuel. Services are outlined and in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS).

The Contractor shall provide waste management services in support of multiple government locations. Services will encompass collection, disposal, recycling, and related support activities across the following sites:

• APG North – Aberdeen
• APG South – Edgewood
• Graces Quarters – Middle River
• Churchville Test Track – Churchville
• Adelphi Laboratory Center – Adelphi
• Blossom Point Research Facility – La Plata

The Contractor shall ensure consistent, reliable, and compliant waste management operations at each location, meeting all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

These services are in support of the Directorate of Public Works (DPW).

This Market Survey is for informational and planning purposes only. It is intended to identify qualified vendors capable of providing all labor, tools, materials, equipment, transportation, technical expertise, and incidental services necessary to provide solid waste collection, diversion and disposal, including maintenance of collection stations and equipment at designated sites in accordance with the attached Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Information regarding SAM registration can be found at: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM.  No reimbursement will be provided for any costs incurred in responding to this notice or any follow‑up requests for information.

Important Notice

This is a Sources Sought announcement only. There is no solicitation available at this time. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response.

Participation in this Market Survey is strictly voluntary. This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Invitation for Bid (IFB), nor does it commit the Government to any acquisition strategy or future contract award. The Government will not award a contract based solely on responses to this notice and will not pay for information submitted.

Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged. No feedback or evaluations will be provided to respondents regarding their submissions.

Purpose of This Market Research

Information received will assist the Government in:

• Determining whether responsible sources exist
• Assessing the potential for competition
• Evaluating whether the requirement may be set aside for Small Business
• Informing future acquisition strategy decisions

If the requirement is determined to be an unrestricted competition, the Government may further evaluate Small Business responses to establish subcontracting goals.

Respondents should indicate their business size and status (e.g., Small Business, Large Business, Woman‑Owned, Minority‑Owned, HUBZone, etc.). References may be used to verify past performance on Government or commercial contracts.

Response Instructions

Interested vendors shall submit:

• A detailed capability statement
• Contractor qualifications
• A Capabilities Document demonstrating the ability to perform Solid Waste Management/Refuse & Recycling Services across multiple APG locations.

Responses are due no later than 23 December 2025 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time (ET).

Submit all responses via email to:

• Mrs. Nicole Sutton, Contract Specialist nicole.s.sutton2.civ@army.mil
• Ms. Donna Poteat, Contracting Officer donna.n.poteat.civ@army.mil

No phone inquiries will be accepted. All questions must be submitted via email to the Technical Point of Contact listed above.

Capabilities Document Requirement

Vendors shall provide a Capabilities Document that clearly demonstrates their ability to manage and execute solid waste collection and disposal services across multiple site locations at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG). The document should address delivery capacity, logistics, staffing, equipment, and any other factors that support successful performance of this requirement. This information will be used solely for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation.

Important: Vendors shall not provide links to websites for the Government to download capabilities statements. All capability statements must be submitted via email together with the completed Contractor Questionnaire, including all questions and responses.

Contractor Questionnaire

Please complete the following questionnaire. If a question does not apply, please enter N/A.

1. Company Information

Provide a brief summary of your company and its core competencies.

Please include the following Point of Contact information:

• Company Name:
• Address:
• Point of Contact:
• Phone Number:
• Fax Number(s):
• Email Address:
• CAGE Code:
• DUNS Number:
• NAICS codes under which your company typically performs refuse/recycling services
• Years of experience providing solid waste and recycling services

2. Government Contracting Capability

• Discuss your company’s capability and experience in meeting U.S. Government contracting delivery requirements, including adherence to schedules, reporting, and quality standards.

3. Past Performance

Describe your company’s past performance related to solid waste collection, disposal, recycling and maintenance of collection stations or similar services. Please include:

• Contract Number
• Customer/Agency
• Point of Contact (POC)
• POC Email Address
• POC Phone Number
• Tasks Performed
• Outcomes Achieved
• Description of your direct support and responsibilities

These questions help the Government assess your logistical capability, delivery reliability, and operational readiness.

4. Equipment & Operations

• Do you have enough dedicated front-end loader equipment to ensure no co-mingling of recyclables and refuse?
• What is the process for replacing vehicles that are out-of-service?
• What is the timeline for out-of-service vehicles to be fully functional?
• How do you ensure timely service delivery and manage contingencies (e.g., equipment breakdowns, weather delays)?

5. Service Flexibility & Responsiveness

• What measures will be in place to meet short notice requests for service due to upcoming special events?
• How will missed pick-ups be addressed and remedied timely?

6. Route Management & Monitoring

• What procedures are in place to verify routes are serviced in an efficient and timely manner?
• How are route driver stops monitored?

7. Container & Dumpster Management

• How will the contractor monitor and adjust collection center roll-off containers to ensure efficient use of space and cubic capacity?
• What is the dumpster maintenance and cleaning plan?