Alachua County Yard Waste and Ground Mulch Removal and Disposal Services RFQ #27-628-MM (2026)
Alachua CountyCounty · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Mandy Mullins
- (352) 384-3090
The 30-second brief
Alachua County, Florida seeks a qualified vendor to provide yard waste and ground mulch removal, loading, transportation, and lawful disposal or beneficial use services on an as-needed basis for the County Transfer Station under RFQ #27-628-MM. The scope includes handling vegetative organic debris such as tree limbs, branches, leaves, stumps, and ground mulch, ensuring safe, timely, and environmentally compliant operations. The contract term is a blanket purchase order for FY 2027 through FY 2030, running from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2030. Responses are due by December 2, 2026, at 5:00 pm via the OpenGov Procurement portal. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at 10:00 am at 5115 NE 63rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609, with a question submission deadline of November 29, 2026.
Cost per ton hauled/load and disposal, Flat monthly service rate
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Summary
Alachua County, Florida seeks a qualified vendor to provide yard waste and ground mulch removal, loading, transportation, and lawful disposal or beneficial use services on an as-needed basis for the County Transfer Station under RFQ #27-628-MM. The scope includes handling vegetative organic debris such as tree limbs, branches, leaves, stumps, and ground mulch, ensuring safe, timely, and environmentally compliant operations.
The contract term is a blanket purchase order for FY 2027 through FY 2030, running from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2030. Responses are due by December 2, 2026, at 5:00 pm via the OpenGov Procurement portal. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at 10:00 am at 5115 NE 63rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609, with a question submission deadline of November 29, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cost per ton hauled/load and disposal, Flat monthly service rate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- W-9 form
- State Compliance registration documents
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/alachuacounty
- Scope location
- Gainesville, FL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Alachua County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 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 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: Cost per ton hauled/load and disposal, Flat monthly service rate. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alachua County 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 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: W-9 form, State Compliance registration documents, signed addenda. Review the full document from Alachua County 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.
