Recycling Processing Services

The City of Ames is seeking a qualified firm to provide recycling processing services. The selected firm will receive recyclable materials collected by the City and will be responsible for processing, sorting, and marketing the materials. The goal is to divert clean, marketable recyclables from the waste stream, minimize landfill disposal, and partner with the City to support education, outreach, and cost-effective recycling operations. The initial contract term will be for two years, with an option for annually renewable contracts for three additional one-year terms. The firm will be responsible for providing a receiving site, processing and marketing services, and complying with all applicable laws and regulations. • The City plans to provide curbside recycling services to residential customers starting July 1, 2026. • The City's Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus (R3C) is expected to become operational by July 2027. • The firm will be required to provide monthly market index reports and conduct annual composition studies. • The firm will be responsible for ensuring that all materials are recycled and that documentation is provided to the City upon request.