Waste Management Services

Southside Independent School District (Southside ISD) is seeking comprehensive waste management services for its nine schools and associated facilities in San Antonio, Texas through Request for Proposal RFP-25-004. The procurement covers waste management services for multiple district locations, including schools, transportation departments, administrative buildings, and maintenance facilities, requiring 8-yard front load containers with pickup frequencies ranging from 1-5 times per week across 14 different sites. Proposers must submit a detailed pricing schedule and will be evaluated on four key criteria: fees (35 points), qualifications and service capabilities (25 points), vendor experience (20 points), and quality of proposed services/customer service (20 points). The contract will be for one fiscal year, beginning upon award and ending August 31, 2026, with options to renew annually for up to five years total. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM CST on May 22, 2025, and must include one original and an electronic copy submitted to the Purchasing Department. The total estimated weekly pickup requirement is 71 container services, with occasional 30-yard container pickups available on an as-needed basis.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the district will award the contract to the vendor providing the best overall value based on the comprehensive evaluation criteria. The proposal requires vendors to demonstrate substantial service capabilities, with a focus on comprehensive waste management solutions for an educational institution serving over 6,000 students. The document suggests a preference for vendors with proven experience in large-scale waste management services for complex multi-site environments. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the requirement for detailed pricing schedules indicates that cost will be a significant factor in vendor selection. The contract's potential five-year renewal structure suggests an opportunity for a substantial, long-term waste management services partnership with Southside Independent School District.