Town of Bedford - Clothing Containers and Collection Program - RFQ BD-26-1244-DPW-DPWOG-133532 (2026)
Town of BedfordCity · Bedford, MA- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Karen Kennedy
- (781) 275-7605
The 30-second brief
The Town of Bedford is soliciting quotes from qualified vendors to provide receptacles and collection services for clothing, footwear, and linens at three municipal locations: Bedford Recycling Center, Bedford High School, and Lane Elementary School. The contract involves a two-year term starting November 1, 2026, with a requirement to maintain weather-resistant, secure collection containers and empty them at least weekly or when reaching 80% capacity. Vendors must ensure full diversion of clean textiles from the municipal solid waste stream in compliance with MassDEP waste ban regulations under 310 CMR 19.017. Quotes are due by October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM and will be awarded to the responsive bidder offering the highest total revenue to the Town. Minimum qualifications include three consecutive years of municipal textile recycling experience in Massachusetts and a dedicated commercial sorting facility.
Highest total revenue to the Town of Bedford over the life of the contract, meeting all Minimum Qualifications and Specifications
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Summary
The Town of Bedford is soliciting quotes from qualified vendors to provide receptacles and collection services for clothing, footwear, and linens at three municipal locations: Bedford Recycling Center, Bedford High School, and Lane Elementary School.
The contract involves a two-year term starting November 1, 2026, with a requirement to maintain weather-resistant, secure collection containers and empty them at least weekly or when reaching 80% capacity. Vendors must ensure full diversion of clean textiles from the municipal solid waste stream in compliance with MassDEP waste ban regulations under 310 CMR 19.017. Quotes are due by October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM and will be awarded to the responsive bidder offering the highest total revenue to the Town. Minimum qualifications include three consecutive years of municipal textile recycling experience in Massachusetts and a dedicated commercial sorting facility.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest total revenue to the Town of Bedford over the life of the contract, meeting all Minimum Qualifications and Specifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bidders Qualification Form
- Pricing Sheet
- Certification of Non-Collusion
- Certification of Tax Compliance
- Insurance policy certificate
- Submit to
- Karen Kennedy 314 Great Road Bedford, MA 01730 US Email: [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bedford, MA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Bedford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Karen Kennedy 314 Great Road Bedford, MA 01730 US Email: [email protected]. For questions, contact Karen Kennedy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Bedford in MA, 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 Karen Kennedy at (781) 275-7605. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Highest total revenue to the Town of Bedford over the life of the contract, meeting all Minimum Qualifications and Specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Bedford?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Bedford are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Bedford 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bidders Qualification Form, Pricing Sheet, Certification of Non-Collusion, Certification of Tax Compliance, Insurance policy certificate. Review the full document from Town of Bedford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bedford, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
