City of Eagle Lake - Residential Refuse and Recycling Collection Services RFP 2026
City of Eagle LakeCity · Eagle Lake, MN- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jennifer J. Bromeland
- (507) 257-3218
The 30-second brief
The City of Eagle Lake, Minnesota, requests proposals from qualified waste and recycling service providers for residential refuse and recycling collection services, including weekly curbside collection with 64-gallon carts, special-needs walk-up service, service for City facilities, annual spring curbside and fall drop-off cleanup events, bulky-item collection, bag tags, holiday collection, and an optional residential organics collection program. The initial contract term is three years beginning March 1, 2027, with optional one-year extensions. Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on October 30, 2026, and questions are due by October 23, 2026. Proposers must maintain commercial general liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and automobile liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000.
Compliance with the RFP requirements, proposed cost and overall rate structure, service reliability, experience and qualifications, customer service, recycling practices and processing, proposed disposal and recycling facilities, cleanup services, equipment and staffing, references, contract terms and conditions, optional services, ability to meet the City's service requirements, overall value to the City
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Summary
The City of Eagle Lake, Minnesota, requests proposals from qualified waste and recycling service providers for residential refuse and recycling collection services, including weekly curbside collection with 64-gallon carts, special-needs walk-up service, service for City facilities, annual spring curbside and fall drop-off cleanup events, bulky-item collection, bag tags, holiday collection, and an optional residential organics collection program.
The initial contract term is three years beginning March 1, 2027, with optional one-year extensions. Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on October 30, 2026, and questions are due by October 23, 2026. Proposers must maintain commercial general liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and automobile liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
14- Compliance with the RFP requirements
- Proposed cost and overall rate structure
- Service reliability
- Experience and qualifications
- Customer service
- Recycling practices and processing
- Proposed disposal and recycling facilities
- Cleanup services
- Equipment and staffing
- References
- Contract terms and conditions
- Optional services
- Ability to meet the City's service requirements
- Overall value to the City
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proof of required insurance
- Copies of applicable licenses or permits
- Signed Proposer Certification
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Eagle Lake, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Eagle Lake?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jennifer J. Bromeland.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Eagle Lake 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 Jennifer J. Bromeland at (507) 257-3218. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Compliance with the RFP requirements, proposed cost and overall rate structure, service reliability, experience and qualifications, customer service, recycling practices and processing, proposed dispo..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Eagle Lake?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Eagle Lake are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Eagle Lake 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 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: Proof of required insurance, copies of applicable licenses or permits, signed Proposer Certification. Review the full document from City of Eagle Lake for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Eagle Lake, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.