Recycling service D6 locations

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) District 6 is soliciting bids for recycling services at 28 different locations across the district, including truck stations, rest areas, and travel information centers. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide weekly recycling pickup services using 96-gallon or 1-yard containers, with 52 container pickups required per year at locations spanning multiple counties including Wabasha, Winona, St. Charles, Austin, and others. Key deliverables include collecting single-sort recyclable materials (paper, cardboard, metal, glass, and plastic) and ensuring proper disposal in compliance with state and local regulations. The contract period is scheduled from December 31, 2024, to June 30, 2026, with potential extension options for up to two additional years. Bidders must be registered as either a supplier or bidder in the SWIFT system and submit all pricing through the SWIFT Supplier portal, with responses due by December 20, 2024, at 10:00 AM Central Time. Qualification requirements include providing all necessary personnel and equipment, maintaining proper licenses, and carrying $2 million in insurance coverage.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and preference provisions to support small and disadvantaged businesses. MnDOT offers a 12% preference for certified targeted group businesses, including minority-owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned, and businesses owned by persons with disabilities. Additionally, businesses located in economically disadvantaged counties may receive preferential consideration. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract allows vendors to bid on all locations or only areas within their service capabilities. The solicitation does not specify a precise contract value, but bidders must quote prices in US Dollars with a base unit price of $1.00 per 96-gallon or 1-yard container. Pricing must include all charges and fees, including tip fees, and contractors will be required to submit monthly invoices with detailed breakdowns of recycling materials. The state's procurement approach emphasizes flexibility, competition, and support for small and diverse businesses in the recycling service sector.