Town of Southbury - Food Scrap Hauling & Disposal Services - RFP 2026-016 (2026)
Town of SouthburyCity · Southbury, CT- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Matthew Tarnowski
- (203) 262-0622
The 30-second brief
The Town of Southbury is seeking sealed bids for furnishing all labor, tools, materials, and equipment required for the hauling and disposal of food scraps from the Town's transfer station located at 231 Kettletown Road, Southbury, CT. The waste stream is estimated at approximately 44 tons per year. The scope includes providing and maintaining containers of at least 64 gallons (small dumpster preferred), hauling materials to a CT DEEP Permitted Volume Reduction Anaerobic Digestion and Food Waste Composting Facility, and proper disposal of food scraps. Bids are due by October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time. Questions regarding the project should be emailed to Matthew Tarnowski by October 19, 2026.
Hauling & disposal of food scraps, Per ton; Hauling & disposal of food scraps, Per cubic yard
Lowest qualified bidder, delivery or completion date, skill and experience
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Summary
The Town of Southbury is seeking sealed bids for furnishing all labor, tools, materials, and equipment required for the hauling and disposal of food scraps from the Town's transfer station located at 231 Kettletown Road, Southbury, CT. The waste stream is estimated at approximately 44 tons per year.
The scope includes providing and maintaining containers of at least 64 gallons (small dumpster preferred), hauling materials to a CT DEEP Permitted Volume Reduction Anaerobic Digestion and Food Waste Composting Facility, and proper disposal of food scraps. Bids are due by October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time. Questions regarding the project should be emailed to Matthew Tarnowski by October 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest qualified bidder
- Delivery or completion date
- Skill and experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Hauling & disposal of food scraps
- Per ton; Hauling & disposal of food scraps
- Per cubic yard
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Form
- Non-Collusion Agreement
- Indemnification Certificate
- Code of Ethics/Conflict of Interest Agreement
- References
- Submit to
- First Selectman's Office, Town Hall, 501 Main Street South, Southbury, CT 06488
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Southbury, CT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Southbury?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 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: First Selectman's Office, Town Hall, 501 Main Street South, Southbury, CT 06488. For questions, contact Matthew Tarnowski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Southbury in CT, 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 Matthew Tarnowski at (203) 262-0622. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hauling & disposal of food scraps, Per ton; Hauling & disposal of food scraps, Per cubic yard. 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: "Lowest qualified bidder, delivery or completion date, skill and experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Southbury?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Southbury are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Southbury 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 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 Form, Non-Collusion Agreement, Indemnification Certificate, Code of Ethics/Conflict of Interest Agreement, References. Review the full document from Town of Southbury for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Southbury, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.