Residential Waste/Recyclables Collection and Compost Alternate

The City of Edgewater, Colorado, is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive municipal waste management contract covering residential refuse, recycling, and optional composting services. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide weekly trash collection, bi-weekly single-stream recycling, and a subscription-based composting program for approximately 1,160 dwelling units across the city's 1 square mile area. Key deliverables include collecting and disposing of residential waste, providing and maintaining collection carts, offering bulky item pickup, conducting electronics recycling events, and supporting spring and fall cleanup days. Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of five years of Front Range collection experience, annual revenue exceeding $1,000,000, and the ability to provide comprehensive insurance and a $100,000 performance bond. The Request for Proposals (RFP) requires detailed pricing for different container sizes, sustainability commitments, and robust customer service standards. Proposals are due by August 8, 2025, with a pre-proposal virtual meeting scheduled for July 23, 2025, and submissions to be made through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website. The anticipated contract term is five years, with a projected start date no later than October 1, 2025.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The city will collect service fees through its utility billing system and maintains a current 97% residential participation rate. While no incumbent vendor is specifically identified, the contract includes provisions for potential annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustments to service rates. The city reserves the right to independently set rates and does not guarantee contract award. The proposed pricing structure is unit-based, with rates requested for 32, 65, and 95-gallon refuse containers and recycling containers, designed to encourage waste reduction and recycling practices. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the comprehensive nature of the services and the city's size suggest a significant municipal contract value. The agreement includes detailed performance requirements with potential liquidated damages ranging from $50 to $1,500 per incident, and mandates compliance with the City of Edgewater's minimum wage ordinance.