City of Barnesville Solid Waste, Garbage and Recycling Collection Services RFP 2026
City of BarnesvilleCity · Barnesville, MN- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jeremy Cossette
- (218) 354-2292
The 30-second brief
The City of Barnesville, Minnesota, in Clay County, is seeking competitive proposals from qualified solid waste collection companies to provide residential and commercial solid waste, garbage, refuse, and recycling collection services. The scope encompasses curbside garbage collection using standard 64-gallon containers, recycling collection using 96-gallon containers, annual Citywide Clean-Up Week, optional seasonal curbside leaf collection, curbside Christmas tree pickup, recycling center monitoring, collection and disposal, and municipal facility collection. Contract term alternatives include three, five, or seven years with an anticipated start date of February 1, 2027. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. and must include a completed Attachment A Proposal Price Sheet, Attachment B Proposer Certification, and Attachment C Exceptions.
Residential garbage collection, Residential recycling collection, Annual Citywide Clean-Up Week, Seasonal curbside leaf collection, Curbside Christmas tree pickup, Recycling center monitoring, Collection and disposal, Commercial garbage and recycling services, City-owned facilities collection
Overall value provided to the City and its residents
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Summary
The City of Barnesville, Minnesota, in Clay County, is seeking competitive proposals from qualified solid waste collection companies to provide residential and commercial solid waste, garbage, refuse, and recycling collection services.
The scope encompasses curbside garbage collection using standard 64-gallon containers, recycling collection using 96-gallon containers, annual Citywide Clean-Up Week, optional seasonal curbside leaf collection, curbside Christmas tree pickup, recycling center monitoring, collection and disposal, and municipal facility collection. Contract term alternatives include three, five, or seven years with an anticipated start date of February 1, 2027. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. and must include a completed Attachment A Proposal Price Sheet, Attachment B Proposer Certification, and Attachment C Exceptions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overall value provided to the City and its residents
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Residential garbage collection
- Residential recycling collection
- Annual Citywide Clean-Up Week
- Seasonal curbside leaf collection
- Curbside Christmas tree pickup
- Recycling center monitoring
- Collection and disposal
- Commercial garbage and recycling services
- City-owned facilities collection
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A – Proposal Price Sheet
- Attachment B Proposer Certification
- Attachment C Exceptions to RFP Requirements
- Proof of required insurance
- Submit to
- 102 Front Street N., Barnesville, MN 56514; PO Box 550, Barnesville, MN 56514 or [email protected]
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Barnesville, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Barnesville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: 102 Front Street N., Barnesville, MN 56514; PO Box 550, Barnesville, MN 56514 or [email protected]. For questions, contact Jeremy Cossette.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Barnesville in MN, 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 Jeremy Cossette at (218) 354-2292. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Residential garbage collection, Residential recycling collection, Annual Citywide Clean-Up Week, Seasonal curbside leaf collection, Curbside Christmas tree pickup, Recycling center monitoring, Collection and disposal, Commercial garbage and recycling services, City-owned facilities collection. 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: "Overall value provided to the City and its residents" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Barnesville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Barnesville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Barnesville 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 6, 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: Attachment A – Proposal Price Sheet, Attachment B Proposer Certification, Attachment C Exceptions to RFP Requirements, Proof of required insurance. Review the full document from City of Barnesville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Barnesville, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.