Description
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is issuing a competitive sealed‑proposal solicitation for commercial waste hauling services in two Commercial Waste Zones – Midtown North and Manhattan Southwest. The awardee will be responsible for curb‑side collection, transport, removal and disposal of refuse, recyclables and organics from commercial establishments, and must submit detailed operational, safety, environmental and pricing plans. The contract is a ten‑year term (with up to two five‑year extensions) and the awardee will generate revenue directly from customer fees rather than receiving payment from the City.
• Scope: Full commercial waste collection (refuse, recycling, organics) for two Manhattan zones.
• Requirements: Trade Waste Removal License, up‑to‑two designated carters per zone, detailed subcontracting, transition, outreach, zero‑waste, health & safety, and air‑pollution plans.
• Financial model: No city payment; revenue from customer‑negotiated fees subject to a maximum rate schedule, with a mandatory annual administrative fee.
• Timeline: RFP posted 4/22/2026, questions due 5/13/2026, proposals due 6/10/2026, award expected Fall 2026, contract term 10 years (possible extensions to 20 years).