Cocke County Solid Waste Disposal Services Request for Proposal 2026
Cocke CountyCounty · Cocke County, TN- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Annette Merica
The 30-second brief
Cocke County is soliciting proposals from qualified companies for the hauling and disposal of Class 1 solid waste from convenience centers, the city center, schools, and county buildings. The successful proposer shall provide compactors, equipment, materials, labor, and portable restrooms and handwashing stations at all convenience centers. Sealed proposals must be delivered to the Cocke County Finance Department by October 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST. Written questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST. The initial contract term is negotiable between 1 and 5 years, and respondents must provide proof of insurance, performance bond capability, and a Superfund statement.
Hauling and disposal of Class 1 solid waste, Portable restrooms and handwashing stations at convenience centers, Compactors and other equipment
Company credentials, history and experience; Proposed manner of solid waste hauling and disposal; Cost per ton for hauling; Cost per ton for disposal; Cost for portable restrooms and handwashing stations at all convenience centers; Cost of equipment
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Summary
Cocke County is soliciting proposals from qualified companies for the hauling and disposal of Class 1 solid waste from convenience centers, the city center, schools, and county buildings.
The successful proposer shall provide compactors, equipment, materials, labor, and portable restrooms and handwashing stations at all convenience centers. Sealed proposals must be delivered to the Cocke County Finance Department by October 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST. Written questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST. The initial contract term is negotiable between 1 and 5 years, and respondents must provide proof of insurance, performance bond capability, and a Superfund statement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Company credentials, history and experience
- Proposed manner of solid waste hauling and disposal
- Cost per ton for hauling
- Cost per ton for disposal
- Cost for portable restrooms and handwashing stations at all convenience centers
- Cost of equipment
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Hauling and disposal of Class 1 solid waste
- Portable restrooms and handwashing stations at convenience centers
- Compactors and other equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Certificate of Insurance
- Proof of ability to furnish performance bond
- Superfund statement
- Vendor Information Sheet
- Bidder Certification and Signature
- Iran Divestment Act Certification
- Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Business Tax and License Compliance Certification
- Non-Boycott of Israel Certification
- Tennessee Procurement Protection Act Certification
- Insurance Requirements Acknowledgment
- Submit to
- COCKE COUNTY FINANCE DEPARTMENT, 141 WESTERN PLAZA, NEWPORT, TENNESSEE 37821
- Scope location
- Newport, TN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cocke County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 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: COCKE COUNTY FINANCE DEPARTMENT, 141 WESTERN PLAZA, NEWPORT, TENNESSEE 37821. For questions, contact Annette Merica.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cocke County in TN, 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 Annette Merica. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hauling and disposal of Class 1 solid waste, Portable restrooms and handwashing stations at convenience centers, Compactors and other equipment. 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: "Company credentials, history and experience; Proposed manner of solid waste hauling and disposal; Cost per ton for hauling; Cost per ton for disposal; Cost for portable restrooms and handwashing stati..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cocke County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cocke County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cocke County 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: Certificate of Insurance, proof of ability to furnish performance bond, Superfund statement, Vendor Information Sheet, Bidder Certification and Signature, Iran Divestment Act Certification, Drug-Free. Review the full document from Cocke County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Newport, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.