Biosolids Processing and Removal Services

The City of Rock Hill, South Carolina seeks qualified vendors to provide biosolids processing and removal services through the operation of two city-owned belt filter presses for biosolids dewatering and the subsequent transportation of biosolids for disposal. This procurement requires vendors to demonstrate comprehensive experience with belt filter press equipment operation, maintenance responsibilities, and biosolids handling procedures, along with proven capability in disposal logistics and transportation management. Proposers must exhibit familiarity with the City's current biosolids processing volumes and operational schedules to ensure adequate and continuous service delivery across all events specified within the solicitation. Key qualifications include demonstrated experience with similar dewatering equipment and the ability to manage complete operational requirements for the biosolids management system. The solicitation was posted on May 13, 2026, with proposals due on June 10, 2026. The contract will be structured as a service agreement with a term commencing on an effective date to be determined and continuing until completion of services as outlined in the associated exhibits, with the City reserving the right to terminate with ten days' notice if services are no longer required.

The solicitation documentation does not explicitly identify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendor information within the provided materials. Vendors must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, obtain a City of Rock Hill Business License, and maintain insurance coverage from admitted carriers with a minimum A.M. Best rating of "A" Overall as specified in the sample agreement template. Monthly invoicing for services rendered will be processed with payment due within thirty days of invoice receipt, with the City retaining the right to hold up to ten percent of each invoice amount until project completion and satisfaction of all deliverables. All fees quoted must include the vendor's costs, expenses, travel, overhead, and manpower. The contract is subject to annual appropriation of funds by City Council and governed by South Carolina law, with disputes resolved exclusively in South Carolina courts. Specific budget ranges and award values are not disclosed in the available solicitation documents and will be determined through the formal proposal submission and evaluation process.