City of Bayou La Batre - Invitation to Bid for Residential Garbage Collection Services - 2026
City of Bayou La BatreCity · Bayou La Batre, AL- Due
- Apr 16, 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. The contract entails once-a-week curbside garbage collection, cart maintenance and provision of 96-gallon or 64-gallon wheeled containers, semi-annual 30-yard roll-off container services, and a 6-yard roll-off container at the Bayou La Batre Community Center. Services initially cover an estimated 582 single and multi-family residential units, including senior citizens, and select city-owned parks and buildings. The initial contract term is three (3) years beginning May 1, 2026, with potential for up to two (2) one-year renewal terms. Sealed bids must be received by the City Clerk at 13785 S Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509 by 11:00 a.m. on April 16, 2026, and will be publicly opened at approximately 4:00 p.m. on the same day. Requirements include a $5,000 certified check in lieu of a bid bond, a $250,000 performance bond or letter of credit, comprehensive insurance coverage, E-Verify compliance, and adherence to Alabama State Bid Laws.
Curbside garbage collection once per week per residence, 96-gallon or 64-gallon wheeled canisters, One 30-yard roll-off container on a semi-annual basis, One 6-yard roll-off container at Bayou La Batre Community Center emptied twice weekly, Residential billing and associated services
Lowest responsible bidder taking into consideration service quality, conformity with specifications, terms of delivery, competency, experience, financial capacity, equipment, personnel, and past performance
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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.
The contract entails once-a-week curbside garbage collection, cart maintenance and provision of 96-gallon or 64-gallon wheeled containers, semi-annual 30-yard roll-off container services, and a 6-yard roll-off container at the Bayou La Batre Community Center. Services initially cover an estimated 582 single and multi-family residential units, including senior citizens, and select city-owned parks and buildings. The initial contract term is three (3) years beginning May 1, 2026, with potential for up to two (2) one-year renewal terms. Sealed bids must be received by the City Clerk at 13785 S Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509 by 11:00 a.m. on April 16, 2026, and will be publicly opened at approximately 4:00 p.m. on the same day. Requirements include a $5,000 certified check in lieu of a bid bond, a $250,000 performance bond or letter of credit, comprehensive insurance coverage, E-Verify compliance, and adherence to Alabama State Bid Laws.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Lowest responsible bidder taking into consideration service quality
- Conformity with specifications
- Terms of delivery
- Competency
- Experience
- Financial capacity
- Equipment
- Personnel
- Past performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Curbside garbage collection once per week per residence, 96-gallon or 64-gallon wheeled canisters, One 30-yard roll-off container on a semi-annual basis, One 6-yard roll-off container at Bayou La Batre Community Center emptied twice weekly, Residential billing and associated services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certified check in the amount of $5,000.00, Bank letter of credit, Surety letter and power of attorney, Certificate of insurance, Certified financial statement, Evidence of good standing / qualification to do business in Alabama, List of areas of comparable size, List of proposed equipment, Authorized bid sheet
- Submit to
- Office of the Bayou La Batre City Clerk, 13785 S Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Bayou La Batre, AL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Bayou La Batre?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 16, 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 Bayou La Batre City Clerk, 13785 S Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Curbside garbage collection once per week per residence, 96-gallon or 64-gallon wheeled canisters, One 30-yard roll-off container on a semi-annual basis, One 6-yard roll-off container at Bayou La Batre Community Center emptied twice weekly, Residential billing and associated services. 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 service quality, conformity with specifications, terms of delivery, competency, experience, financial capacity, equipment, personnel, and past perfo..." 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 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: Certified check in the amount of $5,000.00, Bank letter of credit, Surety letter and power of attorney, Certificate of insurance, Certified financial statement, Evidence of good standing / qualificati. 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.