Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority - Waste Removal Services - 2026
Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation AuthoritySpecial District · Chattanooga, TN- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 10 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Katrina Oliver
- (423) 698-2749
The 30-second brief
The Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is requesting bids from qualified firms for the rental of dumpsters and waste removal services at various locations including 1617 Wilcox Blvd, 827 East Brow Rd, 3917 Saint Elmo Ave, and 1362 Market Street. The scope of work includes garbage removal, recycling, and waste disposal services with specific cleaning and pickup frequencies, utilizing various container sizes such as 6-yard, 8-yard, and 20-yard dumpsters. Interested companies must provide a five-year price breakdown, be bonded and insured, and submit proof of insurance along with references and a criminal background check certification for assigned personnel. Bids must be submitted to Katrina Oliver no later than November 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, via email or physical delivery at 1617 Wilcox Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37406.
Rental of dumpsters and waste removal services at 1617 Wilcox Blvd, 827 East Brow Rd, 3917 Saint Elmo Ave, And 1362 Market Street
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Summary
The Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is requesting bids from qualified firms for the rental of dumpsters and waste removal services at various locations including 1617 Wilcox Blvd, 827 East Brow Rd, 3917 Saint Elmo Ave, and 1362 Market Street.
The scope of work includes garbage removal, recycling, and waste disposal services with specific cleaning and pickup frequencies, utilizing various container sizes such as 6-yard, 8-yard, and 20-yard dumpsters. Interested companies must provide a five-year price breakdown, be bonded and insured, and submit proof of insurance along with references and a criminal background check certification for assigned personnel. Bids must be submitted to Katrina Oliver no later than November 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, via email or physical delivery at 1617 Wilcox Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37406.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and most responsive bidder based on price and compliance with material items and conditions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Rental of dumpsters and waste removal services at 1617 Wilcox Blvd, 827 East Brow Rd, 3917 Saint Elmo Ave, And 1362 Market Street
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Form
- Proof of insurance
- References of staff
- Complete list of current clients within the last 5 years
- DBE Information
- Criminal background check certification
- Addenda Acknowledgement Form
- Submit to
- [email protected] or 1617 Wilcox Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37406
- Scope location
- Chattanooga, TN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 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 1617 Wilcox Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37406. For questions, contact Katrina Oliver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority in TN, 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 Bid 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 Katrina Oliver at (423) 698-2749. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Rental of dumpsters and waste removal services at 1617 Wilcox Blvd, 827 East Brow Rd, 3917 Saint Elmo Ave, And 1362 Market Street. 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 bidder based on price and compliance with material items and conditions" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority 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 23, 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 Bid?
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: Bid Form, proof of insurance, references of staff, complete list of current clients within the last 5 years, DBE Information, criminal background check certification, Addenda Acknowledgement Form. Review the full document from Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chattanooga, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
