City of Springfield - Landfill and Digester Gas to Energy Projects - RFP (2026)
City of SpringfieldCity · Springfield, MO- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 34 days left
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 20 years
- Primary contact
- Cara Burch
- (417) 864-1902
The 30-second brief
The City of Springfield Environmental Services Department is soliciting proposals from qualified private developers to design, finance, permit, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and monetize Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production facilities at two City-owned properties: Noble Hill Sanitary Landfill (NHSLF) located at 3545 W Farm Road 34, Willard, MO and Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant (SWTP) located at 3301 S FF Highway, Springfield, MO. The RNG facilities will upgrade raw landfill gas (LFG) and digester gas (DG) into pipeline-quality RNG suitable for injection into a natural gas distribution or transmission system. Proposals may address the NHSLF project only, the SWTP project only, or both projects as an integrated two-site proposal under a long-term Developer Agreement. The City seeks dependable RNG production, high uptime, performance-based revenue sharing, and sustainable financial returns. Proposals are due by 5:00 P.M. Central Time on December 1, 2026. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2026. Required submissions include Forms A through J, a detailed commercial proposal, performance guarantees, and a proposed contract template.
Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production and pipeline injection facilities, LFG and DG upgrading systems, Virtual pipeline trailer loading and transport infrastructure
Technical Merit (40%), Commercial & Financial Proposal (40%), Project Team & Qualifications (15%), Schedule & Implementation Approach (5%)
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Summary
The City of Springfield Environmental Services Department is soliciting proposals from qualified private developers to design, finance, permit, construct, commission, operate, maintain, and monetize Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production facilities at two City-owned properties: Noble Hill Sanitary Landfill (NHSLF) located at 3545 W Farm Road 34, Willard, MO and Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant (SWTP) located at 3301 S FF Highway, Springfield, MO. The RNG facilities will upgrade raw landfill gas (LFG) and digester gas (DG) into pipeline-quality RNG suitable for injection into a natural gas distribution or transmission system.
Proposals may address the NHSLF project only, the SWTP project only, or both projects as an integrated two-site proposal under a long-term Developer Agreement. The City seeks dependable RNG production, high uptime, performance-based revenue sharing, and sustainable financial returns. Proposals are due by 5:00 P.M. Central Time on December 1, 2026. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2026. Required submissions include Forms A through J, a detailed commercial proposal, performance guarantees, and a proposed contract template.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production and pipeline injection facilities
- LFG and DG upgrading systems
- Virtual pipeline trailer loading and transport infrastructure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Form A: Site Selection Form
- Form B: Interconnect Selection and Offtake Strategy Declaration
- Form C: Upfront Capital Cost Offset Payment Proposal
- Form D: Royalty Proposal
- Form E: Developer Performance Guarantee
- Form F: Project Schedule Summary
- Form G: Exceptions and Clarifications
- Form H: Developer Qualifications Summary
- Form I: Certification Regarding Potential Conflicts of Interest
- Form J: Certification of Compliance with Section 34.600 RSMo
- Proposed contract template
- Proof of insurance
- Evidence of bonding or security capacity
- Submit to
- Ms. Cara Burch, Administrative Specialist, P.O. Box 8368, 840 Boonville Avenue, Springfield, MO 65801, [email protected]
- Scope location
- Springfield, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Springfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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: Ms. Cara Burch, Administrative Specialist, P.O. Box 8368, 840 Boonville Avenue, Springfield, MO 65801, [email protected]. For questions, contact Cara Burch.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Springfield in MO, 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 Cara Burch at (417) 864-1902. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production and pipeline injection facilities, LFG and DG upgrading systems, Virtual pipeline trailer loading and transport infrastructure. 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: "Technical Merit (40%), Commercial & Financial Proposal (40%), Project Team & Qualifications (15%), Schedule & Implementation Approach (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Springfield?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Springfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Springfield 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 20 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Form A: Site Selection Form, Form B: Interconnect Selection and Offtake Strategy Declaration, Form C: Upfront Capital Cost Offset Payment Proposal, Form D: Royalty Proposal, Form E: Developer Performa. Review the full document from City of Springfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.