Lake County Residential Waste Collection for Unincorporated Lake County RFP 26238 - 2026
Lake CountyCounty · Lake County, IL- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lake County Purchasing
- (847) 377-2929
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SUMMARY
Lake County is issuing Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 26238 to establish a contract with one or more qualified waste haulers for residential waste collection services within unincorporated areas of the county.
The scope includes the collection and disposal of residential refuse, recycling, and potentially yard waste. A pre-submittal meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2026, at 11:30 AM CST via Zoom, with a second meeting on August 19, 2026. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by August 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. Final proposals must be submitted electronically to [email protected] by the deadline of September 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST.
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Unincorporated Lake County, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lake County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lake County Purchasing.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lake County in IL, 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 Lake County Purchasing at (847) 377-2929. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lake County 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. Review the full document from Lake 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: Unincorporated Lake County, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.