Biosolids Hauling Service

Collier County Board of County Commissioners is seeking proposals for Biosolids Hauling Services through Request for Proposal (RFP) Number 25-8403, issued by the Procurement Services Division. The solicitation covers hauling and disposal services for biosolids from five water reclamation and wastewater treatment facilities located in Naples, Florida, including North County, South County, Golden Gate, Orange Tree, and Northeast Service Area facilities. Vendors must provide trailers, dewatering equipment, and transportation of biosolids to a state-permitted Biosolids Management Facility. The pre-proposal conference is scheduled for July 31, 2025, at 10am, with proposals due on August 18, 2025, at 3:00pm. Proposal evaluation will be conducted by a selection committee scoring across five criteria: cover letter/management summary (5 points), firm's experience (25 points), firm capacity (20 points), approach (30 points), and cost of services (20 points), totaling 100 possible points. The contract term is intended to be five years with three possible five-year renewals, and prices will remain firm for the first 365 days after award.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Historically, Collier County has spent approximately $3,000,000 annually on biosolids hauling, though this may not reflect future spending patterns. The procurement potentially involves FEMA funding and allows for utilization by other county departments. Vendors must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including Worker's Compensation, Employer's Liability, Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Pollution Liability. For projects exceeding $200,000, vendors must submit Performance and Payment Bonds written for 100% of the contract award amount. Vendors are required to complete multiple mandatory forms, including vendor declaration statements, conflict of interest certifications, immigration affidavits, and E-Verify compliance. The contract is structured to be flexible, potentially supporting broader county infrastructure needs and allowing for adaptations in future buying patterns.