Columbia County Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Solid Waste Services RFP
Columbia CountyCounty · Lake City, FL- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Area Manager
- 386-758-1326
The 30-second brief
Seeking proposals for comprehensive solid waste collection and disposal services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. This RFP outlines specific requirements for collection, transfer, disposal, billing, and reporting.
All requested information is provided in the Bid Specifications.
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Summary
Seeking proposals for comprehensive solid waste collection and disposal services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. This RFP outlines specific requirements for collection, transfer, disposal, billing, and reporting.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
All requested information is provided in the Bid Specifications.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A (Special Waste Definition)
- Attachment B (Fee Schedule)
- Attachment C (Tonnage Report)
- Attachment D (Contract and Invoices)
- Submit to
- County Administration Building, 135 NE Hernando Ave, Suite 203, Lake City, FL 32055
- Scope location
- Columbia County, Florida
- Reported agency
- COLUMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Columbia County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: County Administration Building, 135 NE Hernando Ave, Suite 203, Lake City, FL 32055. For questions, contact Area Manager.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Columbia County in FL, 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 Area Manager at 386-758-1326. 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: "All requested information is provided in the Bid Specifications." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Columbia County?
All active and historical solicitations from Columbia County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Columbia 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: Attachment A (Special Waste Definition), Attachment B (Fee Schedule), Attachment C (Tonnage Report), Attachment D (Contract and Invoices). Review the full document from Columbia 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: Columbia County, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.