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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A CONTRACT FOR REFUSE COLLECTION SERVICES TO REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC.
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The existing year Refuse Collection Services Agreement with Republic Services will expire on December 31, 2025. To secure a service provider for the next five-year citywide trash and recycling contract, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued in early 2025. 518 companies were notified of this opportunity, and four companies submitted a proposal. An evaluation team reviewed and scored each proposal which resulted in Republic Services scoring the highest against the criteria outlined in the RFP.
In accordance with the RFP requirements, Republic provided a response for their base services as well as optional add on services. The base services align with current offerings and include weekly refuse collection, bi-weekly recycling collection, curbside large item pickup, landfill days, and leaf and branch events. The add-on services include increased recycling collection, two models for composting services, and an electrified fleet option.
This resolution seeks to authorize awarding the new contract to Republic Services, based on the service options and funding levels Council chooses to adopt. The attached presentation outlines the base and optional services, along with projected costs for each scenario. These items will be discussed with Council during the final phase of the procurement process. Upon Council approval of the resolution, staff will finalize and execute the contract with Republic Services based on Council’s selected options. Approving awarding the contract to Republic Services in June will ensure adequate time for implementation planning, enabling a smooth transition ahead of the new contract start date on January 1, 2026.
Recommended motion: Motion to approve a resolution authorizing award of a contract for refuse collection services to Republic Services, Inc.