Town of Mountain Village Universal Composting and Pay-As-You-Throw Policy RFP No. 5213-02 - 2026
Town of Mountain VillageCity · Mountain Village, CO- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lauren Kirn
The 30-second brief
The Town of Mountain Village is soliciting proposals for consulting services to develop a universal composting policy and a Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) policy, funded by a Local IMPACT Accelerator Grant from the Colorado Energy Office. The scope includes stakeholder engagement (waste haulers, businesses, residents), development of a Community Engagement Plan, drafting policy recommendations, and creating a Supplemental Assurance Plan (SAP) in compliance with EPA and CEO requirements. The project aims to increase waste diversion, support circularity, and advance the Town's goal of zero waste and carbon neutrality by 2050. Proposals are due September 18, 2026. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 1, 2026, via Microsoft Teams.
Kickoff meeting, SAP, Stakeholder list, Community Engagement Plan, Policy recommendations, Town Council presentations, Site visit
Relevant experience and qualifications, Understanding of project objectives and methodology, Cost proposal, Project timeline and ability to meet deadlines, References and past performance with municipalities
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Summary
The Town of Mountain Village is soliciting proposals for consulting services to develop a universal composting policy and a Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) policy, funded by a Local IMPACT Accelerator Grant from the Colorado Energy Office.
The scope includes stakeholder engagement (waste haulers, businesses, residents), development of a Community Engagement Plan, drafting policy recommendations, and creating a Supplemental Assurance Plan (SAP) in compliance with EPA and CEO requirements. The project aims to increase waste diversion, support circularity, and advance the Town's goal of zero waste and carbon neutrality by 2050. Proposals are due September 18, 2026. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 1, 2026, via Microsoft Teams.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Relevant experience and qualifications
- Understanding of project objectives and methodology
- Cost proposal
- Project timeline and ability to meet deadlines
- References and past performance with municipalities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Kickoff meeting
- SAP
- Stakeholder list
- Community Engagement Plan
- Policy recommendations
- Town Council presentations
- Site visit
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Excerpt from Colorado Energy Office Contract, Exhibit B: Draft Contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Mountain Village, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Mountain Village?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lauren Kirn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Mountain Village in CO, 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 Lauren Kirn. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Kickoff meeting, SAP, Stakeholder list, Community Engagement Plan, Policy recommendations, Town Council presentations, Site visit. 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: "Relevant experience and qualifications, Understanding of project objectives and methodology, Cost proposal, Project timeline and ability to meet deadlines, References and past performance with municip..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Mountain Village?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Mountain Village are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Mountain Village 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Exhibit A: Excerpt from Colorado Energy Office Contract, Exhibit B: Draft Contract. Review the full document from Town of Mountain Village for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mountain Village, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.