City of Waupaca - Compost Operations and Management Lease at 608 Lakeside Parkway - 2026
City of WaupacaCity · Waupaca, WI- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Justin Berrens
- (715) 258-4420
The 30-second brief
The City of Waupaca invites proposals for a three-year lease agreement to establish and operate a composting facility on an approximate 35-acre City-owned site at 608 Lakeside Parkway, Waupaca, Wisconsin. The scope includes yard waste composting, brush and wood waste processing, leaf composting, biosolids composting, and food waste composting, handling an anticipated annual yard waste volume of at least 1,500 cubic yards. Proposers must demonstrate at least three years of composting or organics management experience, financial capacity, environmental compliance history, and adequate insurance coverage including commercial general liability and automobile liability. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, with Common Council approval expected on November 17, 2026.
Experience, Operating Plan, Site Plan, Financial Proposal
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Summary
The City of Waupaca invites proposals for a three-year lease agreement to establish and operate a composting facility on an approximate 35-acre City-owned site at 608 Lakeside Parkway, Waupaca, Wisconsin.
The scope includes yard waste composting, brush and wood waste processing, leaf composting, biosolids composting, and food waste composting, handling an anticipated annual yard waste volume of at least 1,500 cubic yards. Proposers must demonstrate at least three years of composting or organics management experience, financial capacity, environmental compliance history, and adequate insurance coverage including commercial general liability and automobile liability. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, with Common Council approval expected on November 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Experience
- Operating Plan
- Site Plan
- Financial Proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Business name
- Contact person
- Address
- Phone
- Relevant composting projects
- Municipal references
- Materials accepted
- Processing methods
- Equipment list
- Estimated annual volumes
- Acreage requested
- Layout map
- Lease rate per acre
- Total acreage requested
- Total monthly lease payment
- Submit to
- 111 South Main Street, Waupaca, WI 54981
- Scope location
- Waupaca, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Waupaca?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 111 South Main Street, Waupaca, WI 54981. For questions, contact Justin Berrens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Waupaca in WI, 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 Justin Berrens at (715) 258-4420. 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: "Experience, Operating Plan, Site Plan, Financial Proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Waupaca?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Waupaca are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Waupaca 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: Business name, Contact person, Address, Phone, Email, Relevant composting projects, Municipal references, Materials accepted, Processing methods, Equipment list, Estimated annual volumes, Acreage requ. Review the full document from City of Waupaca for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waupaca, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.