City of Bayou La Batre - Invitation to Bid for Residential Garbage Collection Services - 2026
City of Bayou La BatreCity · Bayou La Batre, AL- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
The City of Bayou La Batre, Alabama is seeking competitive bids for the collection, hauling, and disposal of non-hazardous and non-infectious residential garbage within city limits. The scope includes once-per-week curbside garbage collection using 64-gallon wheeled carts, billing and associated services, semi-annual roll-off container services, and solid waste collection for specified city-owned buildings and parks. The initial contract term is three (3) years beginning July 1, 2026, with potential for up to two (2) one-year renewal terms. The estimated initial service count is 477 single and multi-family residences and 107 senior discount rate residents. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 a.m. on June 4, 2026, at the office of the City Clerk, 13785 S. Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509, with a public bid opening scheduled for 5:30 p.m. the same day at City Hall. Requirements include a $5,000 certified check or bid bond, a $125,000 performance bond or bank letter of credit, commercial liability and worker's compensation insurance, E-Verify enrollment, and adherence to Alabama State Bid Laws.
Curbside Garbage Once per week per residence; 64-gallon wheeled carts; 30 yard roll off container on a semi-annual basis; continuous six (6) yard front-load dumpster at Community Center; continuous eight (8) yard front-load dumpster at Public Works Old Work Site
Lowest responsible bidder taking into consideration quality of services proposed, conformity with specifications, purposes required, terms of delivery, competency, experience, financial capacity, equipment, personnel, past performance, and experience with residential garbage service in Southwest Alabama
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Summary
The City of Bayou La Batre, Alabama is seeking competitive bids for the collection, hauling, and disposal of non-hazardous and non-infectious residential garbage within city limits.
The scope includes once-per-week curbside garbage collection using 64-gallon wheeled carts, billing and associated services, semi-annual roll-off container services, and solid waste collection for specified city-owned buildings and parks. The initial contract term is three (3) years beginning July 1, 2026, with potential for up to two (2) one-year renewal terms. The estimated initial service count is 477 single and multi-family residences and 107 senior discount rate residents. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 a.m. on June 4, 2026, at the office of the City Clerk, 13785 S. Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509, with a public bid opening scheduled for 5:30 p.m. the same day at City Hall. Requirements include a $5,000 certified check or bid bond, a $125,000 performance bond or bank letter of credit, commercial liability and worker's compensation insurance, E-Verify enrollment, and adherence to Alabama State Bid Laws.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Lowest responsible bidder taking into consideration quality of services proposed
- Conformity with specifications
- Purposes required
- Terms of delivery
- Competency
- Experience
- Financial capacity
- Equipment
- Personnel
- Past performance
- Experience with residential garbage service in Southwest Alabama
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Curbside Garbage Once per week per residence
- 64-gallon wheeled carts
- 30 yard roll off container on a semi-annual basis
- Continuous six (6) yard front-load dumpster at Community Center
- Continuous eight (8) yard front-load dumpster at Public Works Old Work Site
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid bond or certified check in the amount of $5,000.00, Bank letter of credit or performance bond letter from a licensed surety company with power of attorney, Certificate of insurance, Letter identifying intent to submit a bid to the City Clerk, Certified financial statement, Evidence of good standing under Alabama law, List of current comparable residential garbage collection contracts, List of proposed equipment, Authorized bank letter for letter of credit
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, 13785 S. Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Bayou La Batre, AL
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Bayou La Batre?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 4, 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: Office of the City Clerk, 13785 S. Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Bayou La Batre in AL, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Curbside Garbage Once per week per residence; 64-gallon wheeled carts; 30 yard roll off container on a semi-annual basis; continuous six (6) yard front-load dumpster at Community Center; continuous eight (8) yard front-load dumpster at Public Works Old Work Site. 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 bidder taking into consideration quality of services proposed, conformity with specifications, purposes required, terms of delivery, competency, experience, financial capacity, equi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bayou La Batre?
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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 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: Bid bond or certified check in the amount of $5,000.00, Bank letter of credit or performance bond letter from a licensed surety company with power of attorney, Certificate of insurance, Letter identif. Review the full document from City of Bayou La Batre for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bayou La Batre, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.