Used Tire Management - Solid Waste

The City of Laredo, Texas is requesting proposals for comprehensive used tire management services under a competitive sealed bid process, with proposals due November 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (CT) and questions due October 26, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (CT). A 5% local-vendor preference applies under City Ordinance 2018-O-175 to vendors maintaining a local business address.

The scope encompasses collection, transportation, processing, and beneficial reuse or disposal of used tires generated within City operations and associated programs. The City anticipates managing up to 4,000 tons of used tires annually, though volumes may fluctuate based on operational conditions, illegal dumping enforcement, and community cleanup initiatives. Proposers must demonstrate minimum five years of experience in tire management or recycling, proven capacity to handle 4,000 tons annually, established end-use markets for beneficial reuse, and a clean compliance history.

Contract term is three years from execution, with options to extend for two additional one-year periods upon written notice at least 60 days before expiration. The City reserves the right to extend month-to-month for up to three months beyond the original term or any renewal period.

Evaluation weighted: cost per ton (35 points), beneficial reuse/diversion rate (25 points), experience and qualifications (15 points), operational approach and logistics (15 points), and reporting transparency and data quality (10 points). Pricing must be submitted as a fully burdened cost per ton for all collection, transportation, and processing/recycling/disposal activities, with optional alternate pricing for revenue-sharing models or tiered structures.

Required submissions include executive summary, company background and qualifications, technical approach, transportation plan, end-use strategy, detailed pricing, reporting samples, regulatory compliance documentation, and minimum three client references. Proposals are acknowledged November 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Award is subject to City Council approval. Proposals must be submitted to the City Secretary's Office, 1110 Houston Street, 3rd Floor, Laredo, Texas 78040, electronically via the Cit-E-Bid system or by hand delivery in sealed envelopes.