Solid Waste Collection Bid

The City of Montgomery, Ohio is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive solid‑waste collection services, including garbage, recycling, yard‑waste, and seasonal leaf/holiday‑tree pickup for all residential, commercial, and designated institutional customers within city limits. The contract is a firm‑price, one‑year agreement starting January 1 2027, with two optional renewal years. The contractor must supply all required collection equipment (packer‑type trucks, waste/recycling carts, spare units), maintain a 24‑hour customer‑service line, and dispose of waste at state‑licensed facilities. Optional service packages (bulk‑item collection frequency, recycling frequency, limited vs. unlimited yard‑waste, special‑event waste support, and dumpster services for city facilities) must be priced separately. The bid must include a 10 % bid bond and a 100 % contract bond, meet insurance and prevailing‑wage requirements, and comply with environmental and ADA regulations. • Weekly curbside collection of garbage, bulk items, and recycling for ~3,530 residential units, 5 churches, and 40 businesses. • Seasonal yard‑waste and leaf collection options (limited March‑Oct, unlimited five‑week fall service, and optional extensions). • Additional services: holiday‑tree pickup, dumpster rentals for city facilities, and special‑event waste handling (roll‑off containers, event trucks). • Required equipment: enclosed packer‑type trucks, waste/recycling carts (65 gal, 96 gal, 35 gal), and spare units; all vehicles must be marked with contractor name/phone. • Financial guarantees: 10 % bid bond, 100 % contract bond, $1,500 penalty per missed collection day, and billing every 30 days.