City of La Grange Residential and Commercial Solid Waste, Recycling, and Specialty Collection Services RFP No. 2026-WSR-01
City of La GrangeCity · La Grange, TX- Due
- Sep 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
The City of La Grange is soliciting proposals for an exclusive franchise agreement to provide solid waste, recycling, and specialty collection services for approximately 2,170 accounts. Proposals are due September 3, 2026.
One original and six printed copies, One electronic copy on USB drive, Pricing Form (Exhibit A), Proposal Signature and Acknowledgement Form (Exhibit B), Reference Form (Exhibit C), Addenda Acknowledgement Form (Exhibit H), Non-Collusion Affidavit (Exhibit I), HB 89 Verification (Exhibit J), SB 252 Certification (Exhibit K), Insurance Verification (Exhibit L), Performance Bond Attestation (Exhibit M), Proposal Surety Certification (Exhibit N), Texas Conflict-of-Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ), Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295)
Price (30%), Fleet maintenance and route continuity (20%), Staffing retention and dedicated local contacts (15%), Customer service plan and standards (10%), Company qualifications experience and references (10%), Operations and transition plan (10%), Communication and resident-facing materials (3%), Sustainability and diversion plan (2%)
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Summary
The City of La Grange is soliciting proposals for an exclusive franchise agreement to provide solid waste, recycling, and specialty collection services for approximately 2,170 accounts. Proposals are due September 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- One original and six printed copies
- One electronic copy on USB drive
- Pricing Form (Exhibit A)
- Proposal Signature and Acknowledgement Form (Exhibit B)
- Reference Form (Exhibit C)
- Addenda Acknowledgement Form (Exhibit H)
- Non-Collusion Affidavit (Exhibit I)
- HB 89 Verification (Exhibit J)
- SB 252 Certification (Exhibit K)
- Insurance Verification (Exhibit L)
- Performance Bond Attestation (Exhibit M)
- Proposal Surety Certification (Exhibit N)
- Texas Conflict-of-Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ)
- Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Exhibit A
- Exhibit B
- Exhibit C
- Exhibit H
- Exhibit I
- Exhibit J
- Exhibit K
- Exhibit L
- Exhibit M
- Exhibit N
- Form CIQ
- Form 1295
- Submit to
- Office of the City Secretary, 155 E. Colorado St., La Grange, TX 78945
- Scope location
- La Grange, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of La Grange?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 3, 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: Office of the City Secretary, 155 E. Colorado St., La Grange, TX 78945.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of La Grange in TX, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One original and six printed copies, One electronic copy on USB drive, Pricing Form (Exhibit A), Proposal Signature and Acknowledgement Form (Exhibit B), Reference Form (Exhibit C), Addenda Acknowledgement Form (Exhibit H), Non-Collusion Affidavit (Exhibit I), HB 89 Verification (Exhibit J), SB 252. 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: "Price (30%), Fleet maintenance and route continuity (20%), Staffing retention and dedicated local contacts (15%), Customer service plan and standards (10%), Company qualifications experience and refer..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of La Grange?
All active and historical solicitations from City of La Grange are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of La Grange 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 5 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: Exhibit A, Exhibit B, Exhibit C, Exhibit H, Exhibit I, Exhibit J, Exhibit K, Exhibit L, Exhibit M, Exhibit N, Form CIQ, Form 1295. Review the full document from City of La Grange for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: La Grange, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.