Solid Waste Collection and Disposal

Washington County, Georgia is seeking proposals for solid waste collection and disposal services through a Request for Proposals (RFP) targeting unincorporated areas of the county. The procurement will service approximately 10,151 residences across 31 Green Box sites containing 256 total waste collection boxes with varying collection frequencies of 1-3 times per week. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for March 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Washington County Board of Commissioners' Office, with proposals due by 2:00 PM on March 28, 2025. The evaluation criteria will weight cost at 60%, proposer's team experience and capacity at 15%, client references at 15%, and project approach at 10%. Contractors must provide all necessary equipment, dispose of waste at permitted facilities, and maintain detailed tonnage records. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals, with services expected to commence on July 1, 2025. A $25,000 proposal bond is required, and performance bonds equal to 100% of the contract price are mandatory for contracts exceeding $500,000.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Annual price adjustments after the first year will be based on the Consumer Price Index for Garbage and Trash Collection. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the solicitation indicates a comprehensive expectation for waste management services, including collection, transportation, and disposal. The proposal does not specify a precise budget range, but the requirement for performance bonding suggests significant contract value. Potential bidders should note that the contract will involve managing waste collection across diverse geographic locations within Washington County, with potential annual adjustments to account for inflationary changes. Interested vendors must demonstrate technical capability, equipment readiness, and compliance with waste management regulations to be considered for this procurement opportunity.