One-Time Removal of Yard Waste

The City of Jefferson, Missouri Public Works Department is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB4374) to procure one-time removal and disposal of yard waste from the City's yard waste collection site located at 708 Ellis Boulevard. The procurement seeks qualified contractors to remove approximately 2,600 cubic yards of compacted yard waste material surveyed on March 31, 2026, plus any additional segregated yard waste received since that date. Bidders must submit pricing as a firm, fixed lump sum on the provided Pricing Form (Attachment A) with all shipping costs included as FOB destination, and the City is tax-exempt so no sales tax should be included. The contractor must complete all work within two weeks of receiving the Notice to Proceed, with work scheduled between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Required qualifications include submission of a Method of Performance description, three references for comparable projects, names and roles of all principal subcontractors, and an E-Verify Affidavit with documentation of federal work authorization program enrollment. Bids must be submitted electronically through Bonfire or by hard copy to the Office of the Purchasing Agent by 1:30 p.m. on May 7, 2026, with public opening the same day; all questions must be directed to Purchasing Agent Megan Stephenson at MStephenson@jeffersoncitymo.gov or 573-634-6324 by May 4, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest bidder whose bid conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous to the City.

There are no specific set-asides or restrictions mentioned for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses in the solicitation documents. Bidders must maintain current business licenses and Secretary of State registration, and all contractors must provide proof of federal work authorization program enrollment due to the contract value exceeding $5,000. Commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits of $500,000 per occurrence and $3,500,000 annual aggregate is required, with the City named as an additional insured. The contractor is responsible for all labor, equipment, materials, supplies, traffic control, and pedestrian and vehicular safety. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The specific budget or award value is not disclosed in the solicitation materials; however, interested bidders should note that the City reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience with 14 days' written notice or for cause with 5 days' notice.