City of Coldwater 2026 Solid Waste/Recycling Services Bid
City of ColdwaterCity · Coldwater, MI- Due
- Apr 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Keith Baker
- (517) 279-6911
The 30-second brief
The City of Coldwater, MI is soliciting bids for the collection and disposal of residential and municipal solid waste and recycling services throughout the city. The contract term is scheduled to begin June 1, 2026, and run through May 31, 2029. Bidders must provide evidence of necessary capital, equipment, and personnel, and all bids must include a 10% bid bond or certified check of the first-year contract amount. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026. Sealed bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on April 9, 2026, at the City Clerk's Office located at One Grand Street, Coldwater, MI 49036.
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Summary
The City of Coldwater, MI is soliciting bids for the collection and disposal of residential and municipal solid waste and recycling services throughout the city.
The contract term is scheduled to begin June 1, 2026, and run through May 31, 2029. Bidders must provide evidence of necessary capital, equipment, and personnel, and all bids must include a 10% bid bond or certified check of the first-year contract amount. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026. Sealed bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on April 9, 2026, at the City Clerk's Office located at One Grand Street, Coldwater, MI 49036.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Sealed bids on city-furnished forms, Bid bond or certified check
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid bond
- Bank cashier’s check
- Bank draft
- Certified check
- Submit to
- City Clerk’s Office, One Grand Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036
- Scope location
- Coldwater, MI
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Coldwater?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 9, 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: City Clerk’s Office, One Grand Street, Coldwater, Michigan 49036. For questions, contact Keith Baker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Coldwater in MI, 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 Keith Baker at (517) 279-6911. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids on city-furnished forms, Bid bond or certified check. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Coldwater?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Coldwater are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Coldwater 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: bid bond, bank cashier’s check, bank draft, certified check. Review the full document from City of Coldwater for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Coldwater, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.