Transfer Station Operation Services and Lease Agreement

The City of Cottonwood has awarded a contract to Waste Management of Arizona, Inc. for the operation of the Cottonwood Transfer Station. The contract is for a term of 5 years, with the option to renew for up to 5 additional 2-year terms. The vendor will be responsible for maintaining the property and providing solid waste transfer services. The contract includes provisions for insurance, indemnification, and termination. The City of Cottonwood will provide up to 6,000 cubic yards of municipal solid waste per year, and the vendor will be responsible for disposing of it. Key aspects of the contract include: • The vendor's responsibilities for maintaining the property and providing services • The City's responsibilities for providing waste and paying for services • The insurance and indemnification requirements for the vendor • The termination provisions, including the option for the City to terminate the contract for convenience • The option to renew the contract for up to 5 additional 2-year terms.