City of Kirkland Commercial and Multi-Family Organics Outreach and Technical Assistance Consultant RFP 2026
City of KirklandCity · Kirkland, WA- Due
- Apr 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Stacey Auer
The 30-second brief
The City of Kirkland is seeking proposals for a consultant to conduct route audits, optimize routes, and provide outreach and technical assistance for its commercial and multi-family organics programs. The goal is to increase organics diversion and compliance with state laws.
Route audit, Review and optimization report, Outreach and technical assistance, Final report, Spreadsheet of assisted businesses
Team experience and competence, Team experience and technical competence, Record of past performance and project examples, Work plan understanding, approach and methods, Budget
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Summary
The City of Kirkland is seeking proposals for a consultant to conduct route audits, optimize routes, and provide outreach and technical assistance for its commercial and multi-family organics programs. The goal is to increase organics diversion and compliance with state laws.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Team experience and competence
- Team experience and technical competence
- Record of past performance and project examples
- Work plan understanding
- Approach and methods
- Budget
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Route audit
- Review and optimization report
- Outreach and technical assistance
- Final report
- Spreadsheet of assisted businesses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A
REQUIRED STAFFING
6- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Kirkland, Washington
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Kirkland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 10, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Stacey Auer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Kirkland in WA, 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 Stacey Auer. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: project staff, hours per staff, hourly billable rate, materials, travel, overall cost. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Route audit, Review and optimization report, Outreach and technical assistance, Final report, Spreadsheet of assisted businesses. 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: "Team experience and competence, Team experience and technical competence, Record of past performance and project examples, Work plan understanding, approach and methods, Budget" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kirkland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kirkland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kirkland 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 1 year. 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: Attachment A. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Kirkland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kirkland, Washington. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.