Town of Winterport Transportation and Disposal Services RFP 2026
Town of WinterportCity · Winterport, ME- Due
- Jun 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Denise Gibbs
- (207) 223-5055
The 30-second brief
The Town of Winterport is soliciting sealed proposals for the transportation and disposal of municipal solid waste (MSW), demolition debris, and scrap metal, as well as the processing of recyclable materials from the Town's Transfer Station. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing appropriate roll-off containers and responding to transportation requests within four working hours. The initial contract term is one year with potential renewal options. Proposals must include pricing for MSW, demolition debris, recycling, and container rentals, along with a fuel surcharge methodology and contamination standards. A public bid opening is scheduled for June 2nd, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Evaluation will be based on cost, experience, operational capability, and references.
Pricing proposal, Fuel surcharge methodology, Transportation schedule, Insurance certificates, Tonnage reports, Recycling reports
Cost, experience, operational capability, references, responsiveness, qualifications, overall benefit to the Town
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Summary
The Town of Winterport is soliciting sealed proposals for the transportation and disposal of municipal solid waste (MSW), demolition debris, and scrap metal, as well as the processing of recyclable materials from the Town's Transfer Station.
The selected contractor will be responsible for providing appropriate roll-off containers and responding to transportation requests within four working hours. The initial contract term is one year with potential renewal options. Proposals must include pricing for MSW, demolition debris, recycling, and container rentals, along with a fuel surcharge methodology and contamination standards. A public bid opening is scheduled for June 2nd, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Evaluation will be based on cost, experience, operational capability, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Cost
- Experience
- Operational capability
- References
- Responsiveness
- Qualifications
- Overall benefit to the Town
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Pricing proposal
- Fuel surcharge methodology
- Transportation schedule
- Insurance certificates
- Tonnage reports
- Recycling reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Company information
- Experience
- Comparable municipal accounts
- Disposal facilities proposed
- Insurance information
- Subcontractors
- References
- Exceptions to this RFP
- Submit to
- Town of Winterport, Attn: Town Manager, 44 Main Street, PO Box 559, Winterport, Maine 04496
- Scope location
- Winterport, Maine
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Winterport?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 1, 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: Town of Winterport, Attn: Town Manager, 44 Main Street, PO Box 559, Winterport, Maine 04496. For questions, contact Denise Gibbs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Winterport in ME, 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 Denise Gibbs at (207) 223-5055. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pricing proposal, Fuel surcharge methodology, Transportation schedule, Insurance certificates, Tonnage reports, Recycling reports. 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: "Cost, experience, operational capability, references, responsiveness, qualifications, overall benefit to the Town" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Winterport?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Winterport are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Winterport 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.
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: Company information, Experience, Comparable municipal accounts, Disposal facilities proposed, Insurance information, Subcontractors, References, Exceptions to this RFP. Review the full document from Town of Winterport for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Winterport, Maine. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.