Village of Willow Springs - Residential Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Service RFP 2026
Willow Springs villageCity · Willow Springs, IL- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
The 30-second brief
The Village of Willow Springs, Cook County, Illinois is seeking proposals for residential solid waste collection and disposal service. The scope includes refuse, yard waste, and recyclable materials collection services for approximately 2,250 detached single-family residential properties using a toter based service. Services encompass weekly solid waste, recycling, yard waste collection, white goods, bulk materials, Christmas tree collection, special collections, shred events, electronic recycling, and municipal property waste collection. The initial contract term is four years, commencing December 1, 2026, and ending November 30, 2033, with an option to extend for an additional one to five years. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Price, conformance to specifications, innovative proposals, suggested alternatives and deviations, other performance measures
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Summary
The Village of Willow Springs, Cook County, Illinois is seeking proposals for residential solid waste collection and disposal service.
The scope includes refuse, yard waste, and recyclable materials collection services for approximately 2,250 detached single-family residential properties using a toter based service. Services encompass weekly solid waste, recycling, yard waste collection, white goods, bulk materials, Christmas tree collection, special collections, shred events, electronic recycling, and municipal property waste collection. The initial contract term is four years, commencing December 1, 2026, and ending November 30, 2033, with an option to extend for an additional one to five years. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- Conformance to specifications
- Innovative proposals
- Suggested alternatives and deviations
- Other performance measures
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Proposal Sheet
- General Price Quotation Sheet
- Minimum Recyclables to be Collected
- Certificate of Compliance
- Schedule of Alternatives and Deviations
- Schedule of Vehicles/Equipment
- Schedule of Illinois Municipalities Served
- Location of Disposal Facilities
- Contractor Qualifications
- Proposal security
- Submit to
- Village Administrator, Village of Willow Springs, 1 Village Circle, Willow Springs, IL 60480
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Willow Springs, IL
- Reported agency
- Village of Willow Springs
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Willow Springs village?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Village Administrator, Village of Willow Springs, 1 Village Circle, Willow Springs, IL 60480.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Willow Springs village in IL, 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: "Price, conformance to specifications, innovative proposals, suggested alternatives and deviations, other performance measures" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Willow Springs village?
All active and historical solicitations from Willow Springs village are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Willow Springs village 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 4 years. 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: Proposal Sheet, General Price Quotation Sheet, Minimum Recyclables to be Collected, Certificate of Compliance, Schedule of Alternatives and Deviations, Schedule of Vehicles/Equipment, Schedule of Illi. Review the full document from Willow Springs 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: Willow Springs, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.