Five Rivers MetroParks - Commercial Trash and Recycling Dumpster Services - RFQ 26-019 (2026)
Five Rivers MetroparksSpecial District · Dayton, OH- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 1 day left
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Emily L. Foote
- (937) 275-7275
The 30-second brief
Five Rivers MetroParks seeks competitive quotes from qualified contractors to furnish, place, maintain, collect, haul, process, recycle, and dispose of materials from commercial front-load trash and recycling containers at multiple MetroParks locations in Montgomery County, Ohio. The base service schedule contains 33 containers across 30 service lines. The anticipated initial term is one year, from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with up to three additional one-year renewal terms. Quotes are due by November 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time via email to [email protected]. Written questions are due by October 16, 2026. Evaluation criteria include evaluated price (45 points), experience and past performance (20 points), service approach and capacity (20 points), responsiveness and compliance (10 points), and recycling support and reporting (5 points).
Commercial front-load trash and recycling containers, 4-yard, 6-yard, 7-yard, And 8-yard container rental, Scheduled collection, Hauling, Disposal, Recycling processing, And container maintenance across multiple MetroParks locations.
Evaluated price (45 points), Experience and past performance (20 points), Service approach and capacity (20 points), Responsiveness and compliance (10 points), Recycling support and reporting (5 points)
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Summary
Five Rivers MetroParks seeks competitive quotes from qualified contractors to furnish, place, maintain, collect, haul, process, recycle, and dispose of materials from commercial front-load trash and recycling containers at multiple MetroParks locations in Montgomery County, Ohio.
The base service schedule contains 33 containers across 30 service lines. The anticipated initial term is one year, from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with up to three additional one-year renewal terms. Quotes are due by November 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time via email to [email protected]. Written questions are due by October 16, 2026. Evaluation criteria include evaluated price (45 points), experience and past performance (20 points), service approach and capacity (20 points), responsiveness and compliance (10 points), and recycling support and reporting (5 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Commercial front-load trash and recycling containers
- 4-yard
- 6-yard
- 7-yard
- 8-yard container rental
- Scheduled collection
- Hauling
- Disposal
- Recycling processing
- Container maintenance across multiple MetroParks locations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed Appendix II pricing schedule, Completed and signed Appendix III bidder information and certification form, Service plan, Commercial front-load trash and recycling experience description with at least three comparable multi-site references, Subcontractor identification, Insurance certificate or written confirmation from insurer, Clear list of exceptions or requested contract changes
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Dayton, OH
- Reported agency
- Five Rivers MetroParks
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Five Rivers Metroparks?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Emily L. Foote.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Five Rivers Metroparks in OH, 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 RFQ 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 Emily L. Foote at (937) 275-7275. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Commercial front-load trash and recycling containers, 4-yard, 6-yard, 7-yard, And 8-yard container rental, Scheduled collection, Hauling, Disposal, Recycling processing, And container maintenance across multiple MetroParks locations.. 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: "Evaluated price (45 points), Experience and past performance (20 points), Service approach and capacity (20 points), Responsiveness and compliance (10 points), Recycling support and reporting (5 point..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Five Rivers Metroparks?
All active and historical solicitations from Five Rivers Metroparks are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Five Rivers Metroparks 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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 RFQ?
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: Completed Appendix II pricing schedule, Completed and signed Appendix III bidder information and certification form, Service plan, Commercial front-load trash and recycling experience description with. Review the full document from Five Rivers Metroparks for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dayton, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.