Anne Arundel County Curbside Yard Waste Recycling and Trash Collection Services IFB26000115 - Service Area 12
Anne Arundel CountyCounty · Annapolis, MD- Due
- Nov 18, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Stacey Sells
- (410) 222-7646
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Anne Arundel County is soliciting bids under IFB26000115 for curbside yard waste, recycling, and trash collection services specifically for Service Area 12. The scope includes once-per-week collection of refuse, single-stream recycling (paper, plastic, metal, glass), and organic yard waste from approximately 14,983 full-service units, 19 CORP units, and 28 small businesses. The contract term is five years, from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2031, with one five-year renewal option. Requirements include a $10,000 bid deposit (bond, check, or money order), a 50% performance bond, and specific insurance coverages. Bids must be submitted electronically via the County's P.O.R.T. system by November 18, 2025, at 1:30 PM EST. A remote bid opening will be held via Zoom approximately 15 minutes after the deadline.
Bid Response, Affidavit, Bid Bond, Equipment Inventory List, Personnel Form, Vendor Information Form
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
SUMMARY
Anne Arundel County is soliciting bids under IFB26000115 for curbside yard waste, recycling, and trash collection services specifically for Service Area 12.
The scope includes once-per-week collection of refuse, single-stream recycling (paper, plastic, metal, glass), and organic yard waste from approximately 14,983 full-service units, 19 CORP units, and 28 small businesses. The contract term is five years, from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2031, with one five-year renewal option. Requirements include a $10,000 bid deposit (bond, check, or money order), a 50% performance bond, and specific insurance coverages. Bids must be submitted electronically via the County's P.O.R.T. system by November 18, 2025, at 1:30 PM EST. A remote bid opening will be held via Zoom approximately 15 minutes after the deadline.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bid Response
- Affidavit
- Bid Bond
- Equipment Inventory List
- Personnel Form
- Vendor Information Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- EXHIBIT A - MAPS
- Exhibit B - Service Area Unit Counts
- EXHIBIT C - SPECIALIZED SERVICE AREA
- EXHIBIT D - REFERENCES
- Exhibit E - MONTHLY SERVICE AREA PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
- EXHIBIT F - CORP AND SMALL BUSINESS RECYCLING
- EXHIBIT G - EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
- EXHIBIT H - EQUIPMENT INVENTORY LIST
- EXHIBIT I - PERSONNEL FORM
- EXHIBIT J - AGREEMENT
- EXHIBIT K - PERFORMANCE BOND FORM
- EXHIBIT L - VENDOR INFORMATION FORM
- EXHIBIT M - AFFIDAVIT
- EXHIBIT N - BID BOND FORM
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- Electronic submission via P.O.R.T. system
- Scope location
- Annapolis, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Anne Arundel County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 2025. 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: Electronic submission via P.O.R.T. system. For questions, contact Stacey Sells.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Anne Arundel County in MD, 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 IFB 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 Stacey Sells at (410) 222-7646. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Field Monitor, Drivers, Laborers. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Response, Affidavit, Bid Bond, Equipment Inventory List, Personnel Form, Vendor Information Form. 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 responsible and responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anne Arundel County?
All active and historical solicitations from Anne Arundel County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Anne Arundel 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: EXHIBIT A - MAPS, Exhibit B - Service Area Unit Counts, EXHIBIT C - SPECIALIZED SERVICE AREA, EXHIBIT D - REFERENCES, Exhibit E - MONTHLY SERVICE AREA PERFORMANCE EVALUATION, EXHIBIT F - CORP AND SMAL. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Anne Arundel 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: Annapolis, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.