2026 Electronic Recycling Event
City of FreeportCity · Freeport, IL- Due
- Apr 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Bryan Bridge
- (815) 801-8008
The 30-second brief
The City of Freeport is requesting pricing proposals from qualified vendors to provide turn-key electronic recycling (e-recycling) services for the City of Freeport Electronic Recycling Event, to be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Stephenson County Fairgrounds located at 2250 S. Walnut Road, Freeport, IL 61032. The selected contractor will supply staffing, enclosed hauling trailers, containers, pallets, gaylords, forklifts, and safety supplies to process items including CRTs, LCD, LED, and plasma televisions, computer monitors, desktop and laptop computers, printers, scanners, copiers, peripherals, small household electronics, cell phones, tablets, and servers while enforcing a 3-screens-per-resident limit and ensuring secure data destruction. Proposals are due by Monday, April 27, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the City Clerk's office. Prevailing wage for Stephenson County and mandatory certified payrolls are required.
Overall cost and clarity of pricing structure, Experience with resident-only and high-volume municipal events, Operational plan and staffing adequacy, Environmental compliance and recycling practices, Data security procedures, References and demonstrated past performance
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Summary
The City of Freeport is requesting pricing proposals from qualified vendors to provide turn-key electronic recycling (e-recycling) services for the City of Freeport Electronic Recycling Event, to be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Stephenson County Fairgrounds located at 2250 S. Walnut Road, Freeport, IL 61032.
The selected contractor will supply staffing, enclosed hauling trailers, containers, pallets, gaylords, forklifts, and safety supplies to process items including CRTs, LCD, LED, and plasma televisions, computer monitors, desktop and laptop computers, printers, scanners, copiers, peripherals, small household electronics, cell phones, tablets, and servers while enforcing a 3-screens-per-resident limit and ensuring secure data destruction. Proposals are due by Monday, April 27, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the City Clerk's office. Prevailing wage for Stephenson County and mandatory certified payrolls are required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Overall cost and clarity of pricing structure
- Experience with resident-only and high-volume municipal events
- Operational plan and staffing adequacy
- Environmental compliance and recycling practices
- Data security procedures
- References and demonstrated past performance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Cover letter
- Detailed pricing proposal
- Company qualifications and certifications
- Insurance documentation
- Municipal references
- Submit to
- City of Freeport City Hall, Clerk's Office on the Second floor, 314 W. Stephenson St., Freeport, IL 61032
- Scope location
- Freeport, IL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Freeport?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Freeport City Hall, Clerk's Office on the Second floor, 314 W. Stephenson St., Freeport, IL 61032. For questions, contact Bryan Bridge.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Freeport in IL, 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 RFQ 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 Bryan Bridge at (815) 801-8008. 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: "Overall cost and clarity of pricing structure, Experience with resident-only and high-volume municipal events, Operational plan and staffing adequacy, Environmental compliance and recycling practices,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Freeport?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Cover letter, Detailed pricing proposal, Company qualifications and certifications, Insurance documentation, Municipal references. Review the full document from City of Freeport for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Freeport, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.