Refuse Removal and Recycling

The South Kingstown School Department is seeking a contractor for refuse removal and recycling services across seven district locations, including South Kingstown High School, Broad Rock Middle School, School Administration Building, School Maintenance Building, Peace Dale School, West Kingston School, and Matunuck School. The procurement is structured as an Invitation to Bid (Bid #2462) for comprehensive waste management services covering the period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential extensions for three additional one-year terms. The contractor will be responsible for collecting, transporting, and disposing of trash and recyclable materials using various sized containers (2, 4, 6, or 8-yard) at each location, with specific collection schedules that vary between active school sessions, holiday recesses, and summer months. Recyclable materials include white paper, mixed paper, cardboard, and mixed bottles and cans. Bidders must submit electronic proposals by 10:00 AM local time on Friday, June 20, 2025, and provide a bid bond of at least 5% of their total bid price. The School Department will evaluate bids based on experience, service quality, financial responsibility, and specific qualifications, with a focus on contractors who can provide lockable, well-maintained containers that comply with American National Safety Standards and meet federal, state, and municipal health and safety requirements.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide proof of insurance and comply with labor laws, including prevailing wage rates and equal employment opportunity regulations. The School Department reserves the right to adjust container sizes and quantities without additional fees, which suggests flexibility in the contract's implementation. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the bid indicates the potential for a multi-year engagement through possible contract extensions. The document does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but the comprehensive nature of the services and the multiple school locations suggest a significant contract opportunity. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive waste management capabilities, including proper container maintenance, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to manage varied collection schedules across different school facilities.