Residential Refuse & Recycling Services

The City of La Crosse, Wisconsin is seeking an exclusive contractor to provide residential refuse and recycling services city‑wide. The contract will commence on January 1 2028 and must cover weekly trash collection, bi‑weekly recycling pickup, and large‑item/appliance disposal. The solicitation requires pre‑qualification, a sealed bid envelope, and a 90‑day proposal validity period. Proposals may include innovative improvements to the existing service model, such as expanded recyclable streams or efficiency enhancements. • Weekly residential trash collection and bi‑weekly recycling collection across the entire city. • Large‑item and appliance removal included in the service scope. • Opportunity to propose service improvements (e.g., additional recyclables, operational efficiencies). • Mandatory pre‑qualification and sealed‑envelope submission; proposals must be valid for 90 days. • Contract starts January 1 2028, with the City retaining the right to evaluate and award based on best value.