City of Des Moines - Commercial Trash Removal Services - J27-060 (2026)
Des Moines Municipal Housing AgencyLocal Housing Authority · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jayme Lint
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Des Moines is soliciting quotes for commercial trash removal services across the Beaverdale, Roosevelt, and 6th Avenue Commercial Districts. The scope includes emptying 32-gallon trash containers, supplying new trash bags, and managing collection frequencies ranging from twice per week to every two weeks across specified locations. The contract has an initial term of 3 years with three optional 1-year extensions. Submission deadline is October 29, 2026, and questions are due by October 20, 2026. Bids must be submitted through the electronic bidding system.
Commercial trash removal services, 32-gallon trash containers collection, Monthly charge for 8 trash containers in Beaverdale district, Monthly charge for 2 trash containers in Roosevelt district, Monthly charge for 21 trash containers in 6th Avenue district, Extra pick-up services
Pricing, contractor's responsiveness, references, customer service and experience, contractor qualifications, past experience
SUMMARY
The City of Des Moines is soliciting quotes for commercial trash removal services across the Beaverdale, Roosevelt, and 6th Avenue Commercial Districts.
The scope includes emptying 32-gallon trash containers, supplying new trash bags, and managing collection frequencies ranging from twice per week to every two weeks across specified locations. The contract has an initial term of 3 years with three optional 1-year extensions. Submission deadline is October 29, 2026, and questions are due by October 20, 2026. Bids must be submitted through the electronic bidding system.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Pricing
- Contractor's responsiveness
- References
- Customer service and experience
- Contractor qualifications
- Past experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Commercial trash removal services
- 32-gallon trash containers collection
- Monthly charge for 8 trash containers in Beaverdale district
- Monthly charge for 2 trash containers in Roosevelt district
- Monthly charge for 21 trash containers in 6th Avenue district
- Extra pick-up services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Insurance Carrier form
- Submit to
- https://dsm.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=460&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Des Moines, IA
- Reported agency
- City of Des Moines
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Quote from Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: https://dsm.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=460&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Jayme Lint.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency in IA, 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 Quote 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 Jayme Lint. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Commercial trash removal services, 32-gallon trash containers collection, Monthly charge for 8 trash containers in Beaverdale district, Monthly charge for 2 trash containers in Roosevelt district, Monthly charge for 21 trash containers in 6th Avenue district, Extra pick-up 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: "Pricing, contractor's responsiveness, references, customer service and experience, contractor qualifications, past experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency?
All active and historical solicitations from Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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 Quote?
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: Insurance Carrier form. Review the full document from Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Des Moines, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.