City of Fall River RFP #26-10 Solid Waste and Recyclable Materials Services 2026
City of Fall RiverCity · Fall River, MA- Due
- Apr 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Trevor Coelho
The 30-second brief
The City of Fall River is soliciting bids for RFP #26-10 for the collection, transportation, recycling, handling, disposal, and related services for municipal solid waste and recyclable materials. The contract term is for two years with one possible one-year extension. Requirements include a payment bond equal to 50% of the total contract price and a bid deposit of 5% of the total bid value. Bids are subject to M.G.L. Chapter 30-Section 39M and Massachusetts Prevailing Wage Rates. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Office of the Purchasing Agent by April 16, 2026. Written questions are due by noon on April 14, 2026.
Technical Proposals, Price Proposals
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Summary
The City of Fall River is soliciting bids for RFP #26-10 for the collection, transportation, recycling, handling, disposal, and related services for municipal solid waste and recyclable materials.
The contract term is for two years with one possible one-year extension. Requirements include a payment bond equal to 50% of the total contract price and a bid deposit of 5% of the total bid value. Bids are subject to M.G.L. Chapter 30-Section 39M and Massachusetts Prevailing Wage Rates. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Office of the Purchasing Agent by April 16, 2026. Written questions are due by noon on April 14, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Technical Proposals, Price Proposals
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
payment bond, bid deposit
- Submit to
- One Government Center, Room 324 Fall River, MA 02722
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Fall River, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Fall River?
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: One Government Center, Room 324 Fall River, MA 02722. For questions, contact Trevor Coelho.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Fall River in MA, 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 Trevor Coelho. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical Proposals, Price Proposals. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fall River?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Fall River are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Fall River 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 2 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: payment bond, bid deposit. Review the full document from City of Fall River for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fall River, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.