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The Harrison County School District (HCSD) in Mississippi has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) #26-01 for comprehensive waste collection and disposal services across 20 school district locations. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide waste management services during both the school year (August-May) and summer schedule (June-July), with specific requirements for container sizes including 8-yard, 6-yard, 4-yard, and 30-yard roll-off containers. Proposing contractors must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in solid waste collection and disposal, and provide at least three professional references. The evaluation criteria will be weighted as follows: price (50%), experience (10%), financial resources (10%), response completeness (10%), quality of plan (10%), and disaster preparedness (10%). Sealed bids are due by 10:00 a.m. CST on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, with bid publications occurring on June 22 and June 29, 2025, and a bid award anticipated on July 15, 2025. The initial contract term is one year, beginning approximately July 1, 2025, with potential renewal options for up to two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed a total of five years.

The RFP does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, liability, and auto public liability, with specific minimum coverage amounts. Work must be conducted during designated time windows to avoid school traffic: between 12:01 AM - 6:00 AM, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, and 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contractor will be responsible for maintaining containers, ensuring timely pickup, and providing appropriate documentation. The RFP requires proposing vendors to submit a detailed disaster recovery plan and demonstrate financial stability. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the 50% weight on pricing suggests cost will be a critical factor in vendor selection, indicating the district is seeking a cost-effective waste management solution for its school locations.