Compost Collection Services

The Town of Somerset in Montgomery County, Maryland is seeking qualified vendors or firms to provide curbside compost collection services for 413 residential homes, the Town Hall, and the Town Pool on a once-a-week schedule. The successful bidder will work closely with the Town to ensure the work is done promptly and properly. The contract will be for a term of five years, from 2024-2029, with the Town reserving the right to terminate for non-performance. Proposals are due by 4:30 PM on July 12, 2024, and the contract is expected to be awarded at the Town's August 5 Council meeting. The RFP outlines specific requirements for the compost collection services, including the types of materials to be composted, disposal protocols, bin retrieval, and collection conditions. Bidders must provide details on their qualifications, equipment, materials, and designated project managers. Cost proposals must be submitted for each of the five years of the potential contract term. The Town may give special consideration to vendors that use equipment or materials that lessen the environmental impact of the work.

The RFP does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not specified. The budget range for this contract is also not provided in the information given.