Trash Disposal and Recycling Services

The Board of Water and Light (BWL) is seeking sealed proposals from qualified firms to provide comprehensive trash disposal and recycling services for its service area. Proposals must be submitted electronically via IonWave by September 15, 2026. Bidders must adhere to BWL’s Standard Terms and Conditions, may be required to attend a bidder‑meeting and site tour, and must submit a full price proposal covering all labor, equipment, materials, and related services. Evaluation will consider responsiveness, price, schedule, experience, financial stability, and any exceptions to the RFP documents. Local businesses may receive a price‑adjustment advantage if they are within 5 % of the lowest bid. • Scope: Full‑service solid‑waste collection, disposal, and recycling for BWL’s customers. • Submission: Sealed electronic proposals via IonWave; no email submissions accepted. • Deadline: 02:00 PM ET on 15 Sept 2026; questions due by 12:00 PM ET on 8 Sept 2026. • Evaluation criteria: price, responsiveness, schedule, experience, financial stability, and compliance with terms. • Local preference: Applies to contracts ≥ $100,000, with a possible 5 % price‑match opportunity for Lansing‑based firms. • Mandatory compliance: BWL Safety Manual, confidentiality, and insurance requirements.