RFP Rubbish Removal and Recycling Services - 2026

This contract awards a three‑year university‑wide waste‑removal and recycling services agreement to a single vendor. The scope includes front‑load trash, compactor, roll‑off bulk waste, and recycling collection across roughly 30 + buildings on Wayne State’s Main and Medical campuses, with predefined container sizes, pickup frequencies, and daily service windows. The vendor must provide all containers, maintain labeling, comply with Detroit and state regulations, submit monthly volume reports, and support university sustainability outreach. The base term runs Sep 30 2026‑Sep 30 2029 with two optional one‑year extensions. Bids were due Sep 4 2026; the award was announced Oct 22 2026. • Service coverage: ~31 buildings, multiple pickup frequencies (1‑5 times/week). • Required deliverables: containers, collection, reporting, education support, and adherence to safety/insurance standards. • Contract terms: firm pricing through Sep 30 2029, optional extensions, and mandatory insurance.