City of New Hampton - Collection of Residential Solid Waste and Recyclables - 2026 RFP
City of MatlockCity · Matlock, IA- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Karen Clemens
- (555) 123-4567
The 30-second brief
The City of New Hampton seeks proposals for residential solid waste and recyclable collection services for approximately 1,406 households, including single-family houses, condominiums, duplexes, and townhouses. The scope includes weekly collection and disposal of solid waste using 65-gallon carts and biweekly collection of ordinary recyclables using carts, plus providing a public recycling container at a designated site. Contractors must provide labor, vehicles, equipment, and customer service for waste management and refuse collection. The initial contract term is three years beginning January 1, 2027, with an option to renew for an additional three years. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM, submitted to the City of New Hampton at 112 East Spring Street, New Hampton, IA 50659. Requirements include a $100,000 surety bond, commercial general liability, auto, pollution, and workers' compensation insurance. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience, schedule adherence, equipment and personnel suitability, proposed rates and fees, and proposed regular rate increases.
Weekly collection and disposal of solid waste (65-gallon cart), Biweekly collection and disposal of ordinary recyclable materials (65-gallon cart), Public recycling container at a designated site
The qualifications and experience of the firm in performing similar activities, The ability to meet services within the schedule shown below, The suitability of equipment and personnel to meet the collection needs, Proposed rates and fees, Proposed regular rate increases
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Summary
The City of New Hampton seeks proposals for residential solid waste and recyclable collection services for approximately 1,406 households, including single-family houses, condominiums, duplexes, and townhouses.
The scope includes weekly collection and disposal of solid waste using 65-gallon carts and biweekly collection of ordinary recyclables using carts, plus providing a public recycling container at a designated site. Contractors must provide labor, vehicles, equipment, and customer service for waste management and refuse collection. The initial contract term is three years beginning January 1, 2027, with an option to renew for an additional three years. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM, submitted to the City of New Hampton at 112 East Spring Street, New Hampton, IA 50659. Requirements include a $100,000 surety bond, commercial general liability, auto, pollution, and workers' compensation insurance. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience, schedule adherence, equipment and personnel suitability, proposed rates and fees, and proposed regular rate increases.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The qualifications and experience of the firm in performing similar activities, The ability to meet services within the schedule shown below, The suitability of equipment and personnel to meet the collection needs, Proposed rates and fees, Proposed regular rate increases
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Weekly collection and disposal of solid waste (65-gallon cart), Biweekly collection and disposal of ordinary recyclable materials (65-gallon cart), Public recycling container at a designated site
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Forms I
- II
- III
- Proof of ability to post a surety bond
- Proof of insurance
- Non-election of workers compensation coverage form if applicable
- Submit to
- City of New Hampton, 112 East Spring Street, New Hampton, IA 50659
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- New Hampton, IA
- Reported agency
- City of New Hampton
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Matlock?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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: City of New Hampton, 112 East Spring Street, New Hampton, IA 50659. For questions, contact Karen Clemens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Matlock in IA, 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 Karen Clemens at (555) 123-4567. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Weekly collection and disposal of solid waste (65-gallon cart), Biweekly collection and disposal of ordinary recyclable materials (65-gallon cart), Public recycling container at a designated site. 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: "The qualifications and experience of the firm in performing similar activities, The ability to meet services within the schedule shown below, The suitability of equipment and personnel to meet the col..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Matlock?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Matlock are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Matlock 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 3 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: Forms I, II, and III, proof of ability to post a surety bond, proof of insurance, non-election of workers compensation coverage form if applicable. Review the full document from City of Matlock for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Hampton, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.