Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency - Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Disposal Services RFP 2026
Cedar Rapids-Linn County Solid Waste AgencySpecial District · Marion, IA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Joe Horaney
- (319) 377-5290
The 30-second brief
Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) to secure a contract with a qualified, permitted solid waste landfill facility for the disposal of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), including residential, commercial, and construction and demolition waste (C&D) collected in Linn County, Iowa. The facility must be capable of accepting a minimum of 50,000 tons up to 100,000 tons of waste per year, operating certified truck scales with automated ticketing, maintaining an average truck turnaround time of under thirty minutes, and holding active state DNR/EPA permits. Proposals are due by Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 4:00 pm, submitted via email to [email protected] or mailed to the Agency office in Marion, IA. The contract term is for five years with three additional two-year extensions.
Guaranteed Disposal Capacity, Scale Operations & Weighing, Operating Hours, Turnaround Time
Cost Proposal (Tipping Fees): 50%, Location & Hauling Logistics: 20%, Facility Capacity & Remaining Airspace Life: 10%, Regulatory Compliance Record & Environmental History: 10%, Qualifications, Experience, and References: 10%
Bids like this start as pre-RFPs. Get the next ones early.
Get matched pre-RFPs freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) to secure a contract with a qualified, permitted solid waste landfill facility for the disposal of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), including residential, commercial, and construction and demolition waste (C&D) collected in Linn County, Iowa.
The facility must be capable of accepting a minimum of 50,000 tons up to 100,000 tons of waste per year, operating certified truck scales with automated ticketing, maintaining an average truck turnaround time of under thirty minutes, and holding active state DNR/EPA permits. Proposals are due by Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 4:00 pm, submitted via email to [email protected] or mailed to the Agency office in Marion, IA. The contract term is for five years with three additional two-year extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Cost Proposal (Tipping Fees): 50%
- Location & Hauling Logistics: 20%
- Facility Capacity & Remaining Airspace Life: 10%
- Regulatory Compliance Record & Environmental History: 10%
- Qualifications
- Experience
- References: 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Guaranteed Disposal Capacity
- Scale Operations & Weighing
- Operating Hours
- Turnaround Time
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Certificates of compliance
- Proof of adequate financial assurance for closure/post-closure
- History of any notices of violation (NOVs)
- Submit to
- [email protected] or Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency, c/o Interim Director, 1954 County Home Road, Marion, IA 52302
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Marion, IA
- Reported agency
- Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cedar Rapids-Linn County Solid Waste Agency?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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] or Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency, c/o Interim Director, 1954 County Home Road, Marion, IA 52302. For questions, contact Joe Horaney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cedar Rapids-Linn County Solid Waste Agency in IA, 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 Joe Horaney at (319) 377-5290. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Guaranteed Disposal Capacity, Scale Operations & Weighing, Operating Hours, Turnaround Time. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 6 more questions
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 Proposal (Tipping Fees): 50%, Location & Hauling Logistics: 20%, Facility Capacity & Remaining Airspace Life: 10%, Regulatory Compliance Record & Environmental History: 10%, Qualifications, Exper..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cedar Rapids-Linn County Solid Waste Agency?
All active and historical solicitations from Cedar Rapids-Linn County Solid Waste Agency are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Cedar Rapids-Linn County Solid Waste Agency 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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: certificates of compliance, proof of adequate financial assurance for closure/post-closure, history of any notices of violation (NOVs). Review the full document from Cedar Rapids-Linn County Solid Waste Agency for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Marion, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.