City of Augusta - Portable Toilet Service - RFSB No. 226020 (2026-2028)
City of AugustaCity · Augusta, ME- Due
- Feb 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Earl Kingsbury
- (207) 626-2305
The 30-second brief
The City of Augusta, Augusta Public Schools, and Capital Area Recreation Association (CARA) are soliciting sealed bids for portable toilet services across various parks, cemeteries, athletic fields, and recreational locations including Bond Brook Recreation Area and Kennebec River Rail Trail. The contract spans a three-year period for 2026, 2027, and 2028, requiring monthly and weekend rentals of standard and handicap-accessible portable toilets, weekly servicing, pump-outs, and special event support. Proposals are due by February 12, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Development Services Department, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, Maine. Bidders must provide proof of liability and workers' compensation insurance, service and vandalism policies, and equipment availability.
Standard Portable Toilet by the month, Handicap Portable Toilet by the month, Standard Portable Toilet by the weekend, Handicap Portable Toilet by the weekend, Additional Services Calls, Cost to setup tipped over Portable Toilet, Cost to replace destroyed Portable Toilet
Lowest Bid and or most qualified and the selected alternative Bid items
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Summary
The City of Augusta, Augusta Public Schools, and Capital Area Recreation Association (CARA) are soliciting sealed bids for portable toilet services across various parks, cemeteries, athletic fields, and recreational locations including Bond Brook Recreation Area and Kennebec River Rail Trail.
The contract spans a three-year period for 2026, 2027, and 2028, requiring monthly and weekend rentals of standard and handicap-accessible portable toilets, weekly servicing, pump-outs, and special event support. Proposals are due by February 12, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Development Services Department, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, Maine. Bidders must provide proof of liability and workers' compensation insurance, service and vandalism policies, and equipment availability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Bid and or most qualified and the selected alternative Bid items
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Standard Portable Toilet by the month
- Handicap Portable Toilet by the month
- Standard Portable Toilet by the weekend
- Handicap Portable Toilet by the weekend
- Additional Services Calls
- Cost to setup tipped over Portable Toilet
- Cost to replace destroyed Portable Toilet
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Service policy
- Vandalism policy
- Response time policy to service call requests and emergencies
- Portable Toilet Holding Tank Capacity in gallons
- Handicap units compliance standard
- Submit to
- Development Services Department, City Center Plaza, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330
- Scope location
- Augusta, ME
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Augusta?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 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: Development Services Department, City Center Plaza, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330. For questions, contact Earl Kingsbury.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Augusta in ME, 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 Earl Kingsbury at (207) 626-2305. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Standard Portable Toilet by the month, Handicap Portable Toilet by the month, Standard Portable Toilet by the weekend, Handicap Portable Toilet by the weekend, Additional Services Calls, Cost to setup tipped over Portable Toilet, Cost to replace destroyed Portable Toilet. 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 Bid and or most qualified and the selected alternative Bid items" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Augusta?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Augusta are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Augusta 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.
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: service policy, vandalism policy, response time policy to service call requests and emergencies, Portable Toilet Holding Tank Capacity in gallons, handicap units compliance standard. Review the full document from City of Augusta for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Augusta, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.