METRO Regional Transit Authority Opengov #2026-10

METRO RTA Solicits Bids for Comprehensive Trash and Recycling Services

METRO Regional Transit Authority (METRO RTA) in Akron, Ohio is seeking bids for comprehensive trash and recycling services across its transit and maintenance facilities. - Government Buyer: METRO Regional Transit Authority, Maintenance Department - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Scheduled collection and disposal of municipal solid waste, single-stream recycling, and cardboard recycling - Provision, maintenance, and management of various container types and sizes (2 yard, 8 yard, 10 yard, cardboard compactor) - Hauling, transportation, and disposal services for waste and recyclables - Emergency and routine service requests - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must have at least three years of experience in commercial/governmental waste management - Must possess all required licenses, permits, and insurance - Compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations - Ability to provide responsive customer service and maintain all supplied equipment - Contract covers all METRO RTA-owned and operated facilities, with container sizes and pickup frequencies specified by location - Pricing is to be provided per container and service type - Initial contract term is three years, with two optional renewal years

Description

METRO Regional Transit Authority (METRO RTA) is soliciting sealed bids from qualified contractors to provide comprehensive trash collection, recycling, hauling, transportation, and disposal services for all METRO RTA-owned and operated facilities. The contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, containers, vehicles, transportation, disposal fees, and related services to manage waste and recyclable materials. Services include scheduled collection and disposal of municipal solid waste, single-stream recycling, cardboard recycling, and other recyclable materials at various facilities including administrative offices, transit centers, maintenance facilities, and operations buildings. The contract duration is initially 3 years with 2 renewal options, emphasizing environmental responsibility, cost efficiency, and compliance with federal and state regulations.

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