Polk County - Leachate Hauling Between Landfills - Bid 27-018 (2026)
Polk CountyCounty · Bartow, FL- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 6 days left
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Divina Arroyo
- (863) 534-7670
The 30-second brief
Polk County, Florida is seeking bids for Bid 27-018 for leachate hauling services between landfills, providing necessary labor, material, equipment, and supervision to load, transport, and unload leachate from the Southeast Landfill (SELF) in Lake Wales and the Northeast Landfill (NELF) in Lake Hamilton to the North Central Landfill (NCLF) designated leachate collection system located at 7245 Highway 540 (Winter Lake Road) in Winter Haven. The scope includes pumping, loading into tankers via top hatch or bottom quick-connect fittings, transport, and unloading or alternate disposal at permitted WWTF facilities. Bids are due by November 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with questions due by November 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. to Divina Arroyo. The contract period of performance runs from the notice to proceed through November 30, 2029.
Dispatch to NELF, Load tanker truck, Haul to the NCLF designated location and unload (84, 000 gallons); Dispatch to SELF, Load tanker truck, Haul to the NCLF designated location and unload (168, 000 gallons); Alternate Dispatch to NELF, Load tanker truck at landfill, Haul to the NCLF designated WWTF location and unload including disposal (84, 000 gallons); Alternate Dispatch to SELF, Load tanker truck at landfill, Haul to the designated location WWTF and unload including disposal (168, 000 gallons)
Overall low bid for all items, vendor evaluation quality of performance, ability and capacity, compliance with laws, financial resources
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Summary
Polk County, Florida is seeking bids for Bid 27-018 for leachate hauling services between landfills, providing necessary labor, material, equipment, and supervision to load, transport, and unload leachate from the Southeast Landfill (SELF) in Lake Wales and the Northeast Landfill (NELF) in Lake Hamilton to the North Central Landfill (NCLF) designated leachate collection system located at 7245 Highway 540 (Winter Lake Road) in Winter Haven.
The scope includes pumping, loading into tankers via top hatch or bottom quick-connect fittings, transport, and unloading or alternate disposal at permitted WWTF facilities. Bids are due by November 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with questions due by November 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. to Divina Arroyo. The contract period of performance runs from the notice to proceed through November 30, 2029.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Overall low bid for all items
- Vendor evaluation quality of performance
- Ability and capacity
- Compliance with laws
- Financial resources
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Dispatch to NELF, Load tanker truck, Haul to the NCLF designated location and unload (84, 000 gallons); Dispatch to SELF, Load tanker truck, Haul to the NCLF designated location and unload (168, 000 gallons); Alternate Dispatch to NELF, Load tanker truck at landfill, Haul to the NCLF designated WWTF location and unload including disposal (84, 000 gallons); Alternate Dispatch to SELF, Load tanker truck at landfill, Haul to the designated location WWTF and unload including disposal (168, 000 gallons)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Bid Registration form
- Bidder's Incorporation Information
- Signature Acknowledgement
- Drug-Free Workplace Form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder
- Insurance Acknowledgement
- Safety Requirements/Regulations Form
- Affidavit Certification Immigration Laws
- Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify) Certification
- Bid Sheet
- W-9
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- Polk County Procurement Division, 330 West Church Street, Room 150, Bartow, FL 33830 or electronically via Kiteworks
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Winter Haven, FL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Polk County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 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: Polk County Procurement Division, 330 West Church Street, Room 150, Bartow, FL 33830 or electronically via Kiteworks. For questions, contact Divina Arroyo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Polk 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 Bid 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 Divina Arroyo at (863) 534-7670. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: mobilization, labor, MOT. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Dispatch to NELF, Load tanker truck, Haul to the NCLF designated location and unload (84, 000 gallons); Dispatch to SELF, Load tanker truck, Haul to the NCLF designated location and unload (168, 000 gallons); Alternate Dispatch to NELF, Load tanker truck at landfill, Haul to the NCLF designated WWTF. 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: "Overall low bid for all items, vendor evaluation quality of performance, ability and capacity, compliance with laws, financial resources" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Polk County?
All active and historical solicitations from Polk County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Polk 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 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 Bid?
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 Registration form, Bidder's Incorporation Information, Signature Acknowledgement, Drug-Free Workplace Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder, Insurance Acknowledgement, Safety Requirements/. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Polk 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: Winter Haven, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.