Garbage Service for Lake Manawa State Park

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive garbage collection, hauling, and disposal services for Lake Manawa State Park through Request for Quote (RFQ) number 25CRDPFPETHACK-0004. The procurement requires servicing twenty total dumpsters, including twelve 2-yard and eight 4-yard containers located throughout the park, with collection schedules varying seasonally. During peak season (March through November), most locations will require twice-weekly collection on Mondays and Fridays, while campground locations will have twice-weekly service from April 15 through October 15, and reduced service to once weekly (Mondays) from December through February. Bidders must provide detailed pricing for one-time dumpster delivery, monthly service rates for peak and non-peak seasons, on-call pickup rates, and hazardous waste removal. The RFQ requires contractors to maintain specific insurance coverage, including $2 million general aggregate liability and $1 million per occurrence liability, and possess current valid local, city, or county permits/licenses for garbage transport and disposal services. Quotes are due on February 14, 2025, by 12:00 PM CST, with an anticipated contract start date of March 1, 2025, and an initial one-year contract term with potential for two annual extensions.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The RFQ requires bidders to submit comprehensive pricing, including FOB destination terms and Net 60 day payment terms, suggesting openness to various vendor types. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the detailed specifications imply a need for an experienced waste management contractor familiar with seasonal service requirements in a state park environment. The contract appears to be a competitively bid opportunity with potential annual value likely ranging between $50,000 and $150,000, depending on seasonal service volumes and specific waste management requirements. Contractors must be prepared to provide responsive, flexible service across multiple park locations with varying collection frequency. The procurement process requires direct email submission to Stephanie Graham at stephanie.graham@dnr.iowa.gov, explicitly instructing bidders not to use the standard IMPACS system for response submission.