Cleveland ITB #RFB 7013 202600000000506

Refuse-Truck Washing Services for City of Cleveland Waste Collection

The City of Cleveland is seeking refuse-truck washing services for its Waste Collection fleet at up to three facilities. - Buyer: City of Cleveland, Department of Public Works, Division of Waste Collection; procurement managed by the Division of Purchases & Supplies. The attachment identifies Gregory Hart as the buyer contact. - Service requested: Refuse-truck washing for rear-loader, side-loader, and front-loader vehicles. Bidders must provide hourly pricing for a two-person crew and per-vehicle pricing by truck type; no fixed quantity is specified. - Locations and schedule: Services may be provided weekly or as needed at the Carr Center Maintenance Facility, Glenville Waste Collection Station, and Ridge Road Transfer and Maintenance Facility, at times coordinated with the City. - Cleaning and environmental requirements: Wash specified exterior and vehicle-specific components using soap, degreaser, brushes, and heated, high-pressure, spot-free reverse-osmosis water. Recover wastewater and transport it off-site for compliant disposal, remove wash by-products, and clean the wash area. Wastewater recovery may be required for up to 100% of wastewater. - Notable conditions: Washing is not allowed during rain or at temperatures at or below 32°F. The contractor must document relevant experience, equipment capability, licenses or certifications, and customer references; the specifications call for five years of experience and state differing reference thresholds. Subcontractors are not permitted, and the City may request a pre-award washing demonstration. - OEMs and vendors: No product manufacturers, OEMs, or prospective contractors are named.

Description

The City of Cleveland is seeking bids to establish a contract for washing refuse trucks in its fleet at up to three Division of Waste Collection locations. Services include washing specified truck types using soap, heated spot-free reverse-osmosis water, and pressure washing, as well as recovering and properly disposing of wastewater in compliance with applicable regulations. Bidders must provide relevant experience, equipment capability, customer references, and hourly pricing; subcontractors are not permitted. The bid closes October 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

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