Marlboro County Curbside Residential Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Services RFP 2025
Marlboro CountyCounty · Marlboro County, SC- Due
- Jan 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Chad Cheras
The 30-second brief
Marlboro County is requesting proposals from qualified contractors to provide curbside residential solid waste collection and disposal services within unincorporated areas beginning July 1, 2026. The scope includes weekly curbside pickup for approximately 6,700 single-family residences using contractor-provided 95-gallon containers, disposal of approximately 2,644 annual tons of refuse, and providing 40-yard dumpsters for two annual community cleanup events. The contract term is five years with a five-year renewal option. Requirements include a mandatory pre-proposal conference on December 2, 2025, a 25% performance bond, and general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000. Proposals will be evaluated on cost (60 points) and technical merit (40 points), including experience, transition plans, and information management systems like GPS and route software.
Transmittal letter, Price Summary Form, Anti-collusion Affidavit, Notary's Certification, Implementation Plan, Transition Plan
Cost Proposal (60 points), Technical Proposal (40 points) including Executive Summary, Experience and Past Performance, Scope of Work Proposal
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Summary
Marlboro County is requesting proposals from qualified contractors to provide curbside residential solid waste collection and disposal services within unincorporated areas beginning July 1, 2026.
The scope includes weekly curbside pickup for approximately 6,700 single-family residences using contractor-provided 95-gallon containers, disposal of approximately 2,644 annual tons of refuse, and providing 40-yard dumpsters for two annual community cleanup events. The contract term is five years with a five-year renewal option. Requirements include a mandatory pre-proposal conference on December 2, 2025, a 25% performance bond, and general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000. Proposals will be evaluated on cost (60 points) and technical merit (40 points), including experience, transition plans, and information management systems like GPS and route software.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Cost Proposal (60 points)
- Technical Proposal (40 points) including Executive Summary
- Experience and Past Performance
- Scope of Work Proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Transmittal letter
- Price Summary Form
- Anti-collusion Affidavit
- Notary's Certification
- Implementation Plan
- Transition Plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment A (Price Summary Form)
- Attachment B (Anti-collusion Affidavit)
- Attachment C (Notary's Certification)
- Submit to
- Marlboro County Administration Office Conference Room, 205 East Market Street, Bennettsville, SC 29512
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Marlboro County, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Marlboro County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 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: Marlboro County Administration Office Conference Room, 205 East Market Street, Bennettsville, SC 29512. For questions, contact Chad Cheras.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Marlboro County in SC, 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 Chad Cheras. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transmittal letter, Price Summary Form, Anti-collusion Affidavit, Notary's Certification, Implementation Plan, Transition Plan. 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: "Cost Proposal (60 points), Technical Proposal (40 points) including Executive Summary, Experience and Past Performance, Scope of Work Proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Marlboro County?
All active and historical solicitations from Marlboro County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Marlboro 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: Attachment A (Price Summary Form), Attachment B (Anti-collusion Affidavit), Attachment C (Notary's Certification). Review the full document from Marlboro 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: Marlboro County, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.