10598-20230126134455 Desoto Wast

The Board of Supervisors of DeSoto County, Mississippi is soliciting sealed written proposals for solid waste disposal services through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process. The procurement seeks a qualified firm to provide comprehensive disposal services for acceptable solid waste generated within the county, with a contract term of 10 years beginning October 1, 2025, and potential for two additional 10-year renewal periods. Proposers must demonstrate operational capabilities for waste disposal facilities, meet specific insurance and bonding requirements, and submit a $100,000 proposal security. The evaluation criteria will focus on proposal responsiveness, disposal pricing, facility accessibility and capacity, and the proposer's qualifications and experience. Key dates include a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference on February 3, 2023, at 9:00 A.M., and a proposal submission deadline of February 24, 2023, at 12:00 Noon local time. Disposal pricing will be subject to annual adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index, and the selected contractor must provide a performance bond equivalent to the estimated annual contract amount.

The RFP does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The document does not reference incumbent vendors or existing waste disposal infrastructure that might require integration. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the requirement for a $100,000 proposal security and a performance bond suggests a significant contract value. Proposers will need to demonstrate substantial operational and financial capacity to manage a decade-long solid waste disposal contract for DeSoto County. The procurement appears open to private waste management firms with proven experience in large-scale municipal waste disposal services. The comprehensive nature of the RFP indicates the county is seeking a robust, long-term partnership with a waste disposal provider capable of meeting the community's solid waste management needs efficiently and cost-effectively.