Daviess County Fiscal Court - Wood Grinding Services (Annual) - Bid No. 2627-22 (2026)
Daviess CountyCounty · Owensboro, KY- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Bob Root
- (270) 688-8138
The 30-second brief
The Daviess County Fiscal Court is soliciting bids for annual wood grinding and disposal services for the Daviess County Solid Waste Department, covering locations at the West Daviess County Landfill (7772 KY 815, Owensboro, KY) and Grimes Avenue Transfer Station (2129 Grimes Avenue, Owensboro, KY). Estimated annual debris tonnage is approximately 500 tons per year for the landfill and 1,700 tons per year for the transfer station. The scope includes furnishing all equipment, materials, and labor necessary to complete the grinding/shredding, separation of de minimis garbage, maintenance, fuel costs, machinery for loading and keeping ground material pushed away from the belt (loaders, grapples, chainsaws), and disposal or transportation of ground material per specifications. Contract grinding work must be completed within 15 working days from the start date. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Local Time. The contract period runs from October 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with renewal options for up to four additional one-year terms.
Wood grinding and disposal services, West Daviess County Landfill (approx. 500 tons/year), Grimes Avenue Transfer Station (approx. 1, 700 tons/year)
Best evaluated bid, including stated price per ton, warranty, delivery schedule, payment terms
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Summary
The Daviess County Fiscal Court is soliciting bids for annual wood grinding and disposal services for the Daviess County Solid Waste Department, covering locations at the West Daviess County Landfill (7772 KY 815, Owensboro, KY) and Grimes Avenue Transfer Station (2129 Grimes Avenue, Owensboro, KY).
Estimated annual debris tonnage is approximately 500 tons per year for the landfill and 1,700 tons per year for the transfer station. The scope includes furnishing all equipment, materials, and labor necessary to complete the grinding/shredding, separation of de minimis garbage, maintenance, fuel costs, machinery for loading and keeping ground material pushed away from the belt (loaders, grapples, chainsaws), and disposal or transportation of ground material per specifications. Contract grinding work must be completed within 15 working days from the start date. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Local Time. The contract period runs from October 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with renewal options for up to four additional one-year terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Best evaluated bid
- Including stated price per ton
- Warranty
- Delivery schedule
- Payment terms
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Wood grinding and disposal services
- West Daviess County Landfill (approx. 500 tons/year)
- Grimes Avenue Transfer Station (approx. 1, 700 tons/year)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Contract Term Agreement (Page 1), Bid Form (Page 2), list of processing machinery and transport vehicles, proof of three to five years of experience with qualified references, certificate of insurance, business license
REQUIRED STAFFING
Labor
- Submit to
- Daviess County Fiscal Court, 212 St. Ann Street, Room 202, Owensboro, KY 42303 or P.O. Box 1716, Owensboro, KY 42302-1716
- Duration
- 9 months
- Scope location
- Owensboro, KY
- Reported agency
- Daviess County Fiscal Court
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Daviess County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: Daviess County Fiscal Court, 212 St. Ann Street, Room 202, Owensboro, KY 42303 or P.O. Box 1716, Owensboro, KY 42302-1716. For questions, contact Bob Root.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Daviess County in KY, 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 Bid 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 Bob Root at (270) 688-8138. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Labor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wood grinding and disposal services, West Daviess County Landfill (approx. 500 tons/year), Grimes Avenue Transfer Station (approx. 1, 700 tons/year). 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: "Best evaluated bid, including stated price per ton, warranty, delivery schedule, payment terms" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Daviess County?
All active and historical solicitations from Daviess County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Daviess 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Contract Term Agreement (Page 1), Bid Form (Page 2), list of processing machinery and transport vehicles, proof of three to five years of experience with qualified references, certificate of insurance. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Daviess 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: Owensboro, KY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.