Allegan County - Watson Township Curbside Recycling Services - RFP #1421-27 (2026)
Allegan CountyCounty · Allegan, MI- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kristin VanAtter
The 30-second brief
Allegan County is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide monthly curbside recycling services for Watson Township under RFP #1421-27. The scope of work includes single-stream recycling collection for approximately 852 participating household units using 96-gallon carts, handling materials such as newsprint, paper, cardboard, paperboard, magazines, glass bottles and jars, #1-#7 plastic jugs and containers, metal cans and foil, and cartons. The contract term is 3 years, commencing March 1, 2027 through February 28, 2030. Proposals are due by 3:00 PM on November 30, 2026, with a question deadline of November 18, 2026.
Curbside recycling collection services for Watson Township household units using 96-gallon carts
Cost, experience, approach
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Summary
Allegan County is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide monthly curbside recycling services for Watson Township under RFP #1421-27.
The scope of work includes single-stream recycling collection for approximately 852 participating household units using 96-gallon carts, handling materials such as newsprint, paper, cardboard, paperboard, magazines, glass bottles and jars, #1-#7 plastic jugs and containers, metal cans and foil, and cartons. The contract term is 3 years, commencing March 1, 2027 through February 28, 2030. Proposals are due by 3:00 PM on November 30, 2026, with a question deadline of November 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Cost
- Experience
- Approach
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Curbside recycling collection services for Watson Township household units using 96-gallon carts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cost Proposal
- Signed agreement
- Company information
- References
- Vehicle pictures
- Cart pictures
- Proof of insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Watson Township, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Allegan County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kristin VanAtter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Allegan County in MI, 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 RFP 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 Kristin VanAtter. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Curbside recycling collection services for Watson Township household units using 96-gallon carts. 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: "Cost, experience, approach" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Allegan County?
All active and historical solicitations from Allegan County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Allegan 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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 RFP?
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: Cost Proposal, signed agreement, company information, references, vehicle pictures, cart pictures, proof of insurance. Review the full document from Allegan 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: Watson Township, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
