Opportunity
West Haven Civicplus #2026-34
West Haven Solicits Municipal Waste, Recycling, Leaf Bag, and Bulk Collection Services
Posted
July 07, 2026
Respond By
August 13, 2026
Identifier
2026-34
NAICS
562111, 562119, 562998
The City of West Haven, Connecticut is seeking proposals for comprehensive municipal waste management services. - Government Buyer: - City of West Haven, Department of Public Works, Procurement Office - Services Requested: - Residential curbside municipal solid waste (MSW) collection, transportation, and disposal for all residential dwellings - Residential curbside recycling collection and processing using City-provided 65-gallon containers - Twice-annual bulk waste pickup, with an optional third pickup priced separately - Seasonal leaf bag collection (spring and fall, 14–18 weeks annually) - Special door-to-door collection service for condominiums lacking space for containers (Elm Terrace, Highwatch, Oronoque Forest, Savin Rock) - Estimated coverage: Approximately 16,000 residential units, including single-family, multi-family, and condominiums - Compliance required with all federal, state, and local regulations; liquidated damages for service failures - Contract term: Two years with an option for one additional year - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; bidders must provide fleet inventory and demonstrate capacity for bulk collection - Notable requirements: - Detailed fleet inventory and additional capacity for bulk trash collection - Ability to provide door-to-door service for select condominium complexes - Pricing for optional third bulk pickup - Minority/Women's Business Enterprises encouraged to participate - Vendor application and disclosure forms required
Description
The City of West Haven is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified vendors to provide Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), Recycling, Leaf Bag Collection (by request only), and Bulk Waste Collection Services. The scope includes collection, transportation, and disposal of municipal solid waste and recyclables, seasonal leaf bag collection, and scheduled bulk waste collection. The services must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations. The City seeks a reliable and professional waste management partner to support its public service and environmental objectives.