Hendry County Solid Waste and Recyclable Materials Collection Services RFP No. 2026-13 (2026)
Hendry CountyCounty · LaBelle, FL- Due
- Mar 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jorge Hernandez
- (863) 612-4726
The 30-second brief
Hendry County is soliciting proposals for an exclusive franchise to provide residential solid waste, recyclable materials, and yard trash collection services, commercial solid waste collection services, and other collection services in unincorporated Hendry County. The work includes residential curbside collection using 95-gallon toters for solid waste and 64-gallon toters for recyclable materials, serving approximately 11,322 residential units and various commercial accounts. The contract term is five years, beginning October 1, 2026, with an option to renew for one additional five-year term. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Dallas B. Townsend Agricultural Center in LaBelle, Florida. Proposals are due by March 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hendry County Courthouse Complex. Required deliverables include a $25,000 bid guarantee and completion of required forms including Proposer's Affidavit and Price Sheets.
Qualifications of the Firm 20%, Technical Proposal 20%, Customer Service 5%, Financial Capability 5%, Financial Proposal (Pricing) 50%
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Summary
Hendry County is soliciting proposals for an exclusive franchise to provide residential solid waste, recyclable materials, and yard trash collection services, commercial solid waste collection services, and other collection services in unincorporated Hendry County.
The work includes residential curbside collection using 95-gallon toters for solid waste and 64-gallon toters for recyclable materials, serving approximately 11,322 residential units and various commercial accounts. The contract term is five years, beginning October 1, 2026, with an option to renew for one additional five-year term. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Dallas B. Townsend Agricultural Center in LaBelle, Florida. Proposals are due by March 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Hendry County Courthouse Complex. Required deliverables include a $25,000 bid guarantee and completion of required forms including Proposer's Affidavit and Price Sheets.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications of the Firm 20%
- Technical Proposal 20%
- Customer Service 5%
- Financial Capability 5%
- Financial Proposal (Pricing) 50%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Bid Guarantee
- Attachment 1 - Proposer's Affidavit
- Attachment 2 - Proposer's Qualification Questionnaire
- Attachment 3 - Completed Contracts
- Attachment 4 - Current Contracts
- Attachment A - No Lobbying Acknowledgement
- Attachment B - Anti-Collusion & No Gifts Affidavit
- Attachment C - Public Entity Crime Affidavit
- Attachment D - Conflict of Interest Disclosure Affidavit
- Attachment E - Immigration Law Affidavit
- Attachment F - Drug Free Workplace Affidavit
- Attachment G - Exceptions to Solicitation
- Attachment H - Affidavit Concerning Activities in Certain Countries
- Attachment J - Price Sheets
- Attachment L - Minimum Qualification Requirements
- Attachment M - Contract Preparation and Transition
- Submit to
- Hendry County Complex, Clerk of Circuit Court, C. E. Hall Bldg., Administration Wing, 2nd Floor, Room A-226, 25 E. Hickpochee Avenue, LaBelle, Florida 33935
- Duration
- 120 months
- Scope location
- LaBelle, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hendry County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 25, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Hendry County Complex, Clerk of Circuit Court, C. E. Hall Bldg., Administration Wing, 2nd Floor, Room A-226, 25 E. Hickpochee Avenue, LaBelle, Florida 33935. For questions, contact Jorge Hernandez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hendry 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 Jorge Hernandez at (863) 612-4726. 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: "Qualifications of the Firm 20%, Technical Proposal 20%, Customer Service 5%, Financial Capability 5%, Financial Proposal (Pricing) 50%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hendry County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hendry County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hendry 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: Bid Guarantee, Attachment 1 - Proposer's Affidavit, Attachment 2 - Proposer's Qualification Questionnaire, Attachment 3 - Completed Contracts, Attachment 4 - Current Contracts, Attachment A - No Lobby. Review the full document from Hendry 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: LaBelle, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.