Iowa Department of Natural Resources - Garbage Service, Ambrose A. Call State Park - RFQ 27CRDPFPETHACK-3 (2026)
Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of IowaState · DesMoines, IA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Darin Galbraith
- (515) 344-0055
The 30-second brief
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking proposals for waste collection, hauling, and disposal services at Ambrose A. Call State Park located in Kossuth County. Services include dumpster delivery, April service, summer weekly service, fall service, on-call service, and large item or illegal waste removal for items such as tires, mattresses, and furniture. The initial contract term is two years with four possible annual extensions. Quotes are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Written questions are due by November 6, 2026. Bidders must possess required local, city, or county permits and licenses, maintain specified general liability and automobile insurance, and provide references.
Task 1: Dumpster Delivery; Task 2: April Service; Task 3: Summer Service; Task 4: Fall Service; Task 5: On-call Service; Task 6: Large Item/Illegal waste removal
Price
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Summary
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking proposals for waste collection, hauling, and disposal services at Ambrose A. Call State Park located in Kossuth County.
Services include dumpster delivery, April service, summer weekly service, fall service, on-call service, and large item or illegal waste removal for items such as tires, mattresses, and furniture. The initial contract term is two years with four possible annual extensions. Quotes are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Written questions are due by November 6, 2026. Bidders must possess required local, city, or county permits and licenses, maintain specified general liability and automobile insurance, and provide references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Task 1: Dumpster Delivery
- Task 2: April Service
- Task 3: Summer Service
- Task 4: Fall Service
- Task 5: On-call Service
- Task 6: Large Item/Illegal waste removal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bidder Information
- Contract Conditions
- Specifications
- Bidder Experience
- Bidder Reference
- Insurance
- Cost Proposal
- Attachment #3 - Exceptions Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Kossuth County, Iowa
- Reported agency
- Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of Iowa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 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 Darin Galbraith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of Iowa in IA, 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 Darin Galbraith at (515) 344-0055. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Task 1: Dumpster Delivery; Task 2: April Service; Task 3: Summer Service; Task 4: Fall Service; Task 5: On-call Service; Task 6: Large Item/Illegal waste removal. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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: Bidder Information, Contract Conditions, Specifications, Bidder Experience, Bidder Reference, Insurance, Cost Proposal, Attachment #3 - Exceptions Form. Review the full document from Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of Iowa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kossuth County, Iowa. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.