Alachua County Recycling Services - Waste for Oil, Gasoline, Antifreeze - RFQ 27-559 (2026)
Alachua County Board of County CommissionersCounty · FL- Due
- Aug 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mandy Mullins
- (352) 384-3090
The 30-second brief
Alachua County, Florida is requesting pricing for recycling services and waste removal for oil, gasoline, and antifreeze on an as-needed basis for FY27 (10/1/2026 - 9/30/2027) under RFQ 27-559. The work includes the purchase and pick up of waste oil, used oil filters, contaminated fuel, used antifreeze, non-hazard oily water, and vacuum truck services across multiple county collection centers in Gainesville, Archer, High Springs, and Hawthorne. Volumes average about 2,500 gallons per month collectively across sites, with 500-gallon tanks serviced bi-weekly. Responses are due by August 19, 2026, at 5:00 pm via the OpenGov Procurement portal.
Used oil per gallon, Used Oil Per Gallon disposal, Stop Charge, Used Antifreeze, Used Antifreeze (55 gallon drum), Used Oil Filters (55 gallon Drum), Waste Gasoline (Bad Gas), Contaminated Fuel, Non-Hazard Oily Water, Vacuum Truck Services, Analytical Testing
Lowest and most responsive bid meeting required specifications and insurance requirements
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Summary
Alachua County, Florida is requesting pricing for recycling services and waste removal for oil, gasoline, and antifreeze on an as-needed basis for FY27 (10/1/2026 - 9/30/2027) under RFQ 27-559.
The work includes the purchase and pick up of waste oil, used oil filters, contaminated fuel, used antifreeze, non-hazard oily water, and vacuum truck services across multiple county collection centers in Gainesville, Archer, High Springs, and Hawthorne. Volumes average about 2,500 gallons per month collectively across sites, with 500-gallon tanks serviced bi-weekly. Responses are due by August 19, 2026, at 5:00 pm via the OpenGov Procurement portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and most responsive bid meeting required specifications and insurance requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Used oil per gallon
- Used Oil Per Gallon disposal
- Stop Charge
- Used Antifreeze
- Used Antifreeze (55 gallon drum)
- Used Oil Filters (55 gallon Drum)
- Waste Gasoline (Bad Gas)
- Contaminated Fuel
- Non-Hazard Oily Water
- Vacuum Truck Services
- Analytical Testing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Taxpayer Identification Form (W-9)
- State Compliance documents (Sunbiz registration)
- Vendor Eligibility confirmation
- Request for Quotation Pricing Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/alachuacounty
- Scope location
- Gainesville, FL
- Reported agency
- Alachua County
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/alachuacounty. For questions, contact Mandy Mullins.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Alachua County Board of County Commissioners in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mandy Mullins at (352) 384-3090. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Used oil per gallon, Used Oil Per Gallon disposal, Stop Charge, Used Antifreeze, Used Antifreeze (55 gallon drum), Used Oil Filters (55 gallon Drum), Waste Gasoline (Bad Gas), Contaminated Fuel, Non-Hazard Oily Water, Vacuum Truck Services, Analytical Testing. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest and most responsive bid meeting required specifications and insurance requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alachua County Board of County Commissioners regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Taxpayer Identification Form (W-9), State Compliance documents (Sunbiz registration), Vendor Eligibility confirmation, Request for Quotation Pricing Form, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Alachua County Board of County Commissioners for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gainesville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.