Town of Dudley - Residential Solid Waste & Recycling Collection and Disposal - BD-25-1710-DADM0-ADM01-135343 (2026)
Town of DudleyCity · Dudley, MA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
The Town of Dudley seeks proposals from qualified firms for the weekly collection and disposal of solid waste, curbside collection and transport of recyclable paper, #1 - #7 plastic, and metal cans, and bulk item collection for a three-year term from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029. The scope covers residential households, municipal buildings, condominium complexes, and small businesses. Services include containerized refuse collection at municipal locations, route scheduling, monthly tonnage reporting, and an alternate proposal for the private operation of the municipal transfer station at 7 Indian Road. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Town Administrator's Office, 71 West Main St., Dudley, MA 01571. Requirements include a 5% proposal deposit, performance bond, prevailing wages, and specific vehicle and insurance standards.
Total proposed cost for collection at all locations, ability to fulfill all terms of contract, price and non-price factors
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Summary
The Town of Dudley seeks proposals from qualified firms for the weekly collection and disposal of solid waste, curbside collection and transport of recyclable paper, #1 - #7 plastic, and metal cans, and bulk item collection for a three-year term from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029.
The scope covers residential households, municipal buildings, condominium complexes, and small businesses. Services include containerized refuse collection at municipal locations, route scheduling, monthly tonnage reporting, and an alternate proposal for the private operation of the municipal transfer station at 7 Indian Road. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Town Administrator's Office, 71 West Main St., Dudley, MA 01571. Requirements include a 5% proposal deposit, performance bond, prevailing wages, and specific vehicle and insurance standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Total proposed cost for collection at all locations
- Ability to fulfill all terms of contract
- Price and non-price factors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proposal deposit 5%
- Letter of assurance from an insurance/bond company
- Certification of non-collusion
- Certificate of tax compliance
- Certificate of vote
- Submit to
- Town Administrator's Office, 71 West Main St., Dudley, MA 01571
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Dudley, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Dudley?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Town Administrator's Office, 71 West Main St., Dudley, MA 01571.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Dudley 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 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.
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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: "Total proposed cost for collection at all locations, ability to fulfill all terms of contract, price and non-price factors" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Dudley?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Dudley are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Dudley 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 December 1, 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 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: Proposal deposit 5%, letter of assurance from an insurance/bond company, certification of non-collusion, certificate of tax compliance, certificate of vote. Review the full document from Town of Dudley for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dudley, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
