City of Methuen Food Waste/Organics Collection Services RFQ 2026
City of MethuenCity · Methuen Town, MA- Due
- Feb 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jcosgrove
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Methuen is soliciting qualification statements and proposals for a subscription-based curbside collection service of food waste and organic materials from participating households. The procurement seeks a responsible contractor with experience in municipal food waste collection and composting. Evaluation criteria include project experience, qualifications, project approach, client references, education plans, business plan viability, and pricing. Responses are due by 12:00 PM on February 4, 2026, at the Office of the City Clerk in Methuen, MA. Inquiries should be directed to [email protected].
Project experience, qualifications, project approach, client references, lowest price, quality of proposal & education plan, business plan viability
SUMMARY
The City of Methuen is soliciting qualification statements and proposals for a subscription-based curbside collection service of food waste and organic materials from participating households.
The procurement seeks a responsible contractor with experience in municipal food waste collection and composting. Evaluation criteria include project experience, qualifications, project approach, client references, education plans, business plan viability, and pricing. Responses are due by 12:00 PM on February 4, 2026, at the Office of the City Clerk in Methuen, MA. Inquiries should be directed to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Project experience
- Qualifications
- Project approach
- Client references
- Lowest price
- Quality of proposal & education plan
- Business plan viability
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Qualification statements
- Proposals
- Education plan
- Business plan
- Pricing/incentives
- Submit to
- Office of City Clerk, Searles Building/City Hall. 41 Pleasant St., Methuen, MA 01844
- Scope location
- Methuen, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Methuen?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of City Clerk, Searles Building/City Hall. 41 Pleasant St., Methuen, MA 01844. For questions, contact Jcosgrove.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Methuen 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 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 Jcosgrove. 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: "Project experience, qualifications, project approach, client references, lowest price, quality of proposal & education plan, business plan viability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Methuen?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Methuen are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Methuen regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: qualification statements, proposals, education plan, business plan, pricing/incentives. Review the full document from City of Methuen for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Methuen, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.