Solid waste and recycling collection services

Closed State & local contract opportunity

Solicitation number
BEX024261
State
Connecticut
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The Bridgeport Board of Education (BBOE) is seeking proposals for Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services through Request for Proposal BEX024261, targeting comprehensive waste management for 42 school district locations in Fairfield County, Connecticut. The procurement encompasses garbage collection three times per week and recycling collection once weekly across 29 elementary schools, 7 high schools, and additional educational facilities. Contractors must provide all necessary collection equipment, transportation, and disposal services, with collection hours between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Proposal submissions are due by 2:00 pm EST on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, with questions required to be submitted by 2:00 pm EST on Monday, January 5, 2026. The evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience (15%), past success (20%), organizational structure (20%), work plan (25%), and costs (20%). Prospective contractors must demonstrate capability to provide dedicated vehicles, full-time on-site foremen, monthly tonnage reporting, and compliance with all applicable regulations.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit a 10% bid bond with their proposal and provide a performance bond equal to 100% of the first year's bid price within ten business days of award. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewal periods, potentially extending the engagement to five years. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract will involve monthly invoicing with Net 45 payment terms. Contractors must complete a comprehensive No Conflicts/Disclosure Form certifying no criminal convictions, contract performance issues, or conflicts of interest with Bridgeport government officials. The successful vendor will be responsible for all operational costs, including labor, equipment, fuel, maintenance, and potential damage arising from collection operations, with the added opportunity to generate revenue through recyclable material processing.

Opportunity text

The Bridgeport Board of Education (BBOE) seeks proposals for SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION SERVICES.

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