Jackson County Public Schools Municipal Solid Waste Collection, Disposal & Recycling Services RFP 199-500260811
Jackson County SchoolsSchool · Sylva, NC- Due
- Aug 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jake Buchanan
- (828) 586-2311 ext 1946
The 30-second brief
Jackson County Public Schools is soliciting bids for comprehensive solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling services across all district facilities. Services include providing containers and scheduled pickups at eight school and administrative sites through August 2026.
Cover Letter, Signed Bid Proposal and Terms Acceptance Sheet, Statement of timeline, Copy of NC General Contractors License, General Product Specifications Sheets, List of references
Compliance with bid package requirement, Contractor qualifications, References, Financial ability, Insurance coverage, Price, Delivery and installation period
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Summary
Jackson County Public Schools is soliciting bids for comprehensive solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling services across all district facilities. Services include providing containers and scheduled pickups at eight school and administrative sites through August 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Compliance with bid package requirement
- Contractor qualifications
- References
- Financial ability
- Insurance coverage
- Price
- Delivery and installation period
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Cover Letter
- Signed Bid Proposal and Terms Acceptance Sheet
- Statement of timeline
- Copy of NC General Contractors License
- General Product Specifications Sheets
- List of references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
School information (Locations & Schedule), School Calendar 26-27
- Submit to
- 398 Hospital Road, Sylva, NC 28779
- Scope location
- Sylva, NC
- Reported agency
- Jackson County Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Jackson County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 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: 398 Hospital Road, Sylva, NC 28779. For questions, contact Jake Buchanan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Jackson County Schools in NC, 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 Jake Buchanan at (828) 586-2311 ext 1946. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover Letter, Signed Bid Proposal and Terms Acceptance Sheet, Statement of timeline, Copy of NC General Contractors License, General Product Specifications Sheets, List of references. 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: "Compliance with bid package requirement, Contractor qualifications, References, Financial ability, Insurance coverage, Price, Delivery and installation period" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jackson County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Jackson County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Jackson County Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: School information (Locations & Schedule), School Calendar 26-27. Review the full document from Jackson County Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sylva, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.