# City of Gainesville Awards Waste Collection Contract

The City of Gainesville, Florida, has awarded a new **$97.3 million** 10-year residential curbside municipal solid waste and recycling collection contract to GFL Environmental, effective October 1, 2026. This contract impacts approximately 65% of Gainesville households, with new trash pickup days starting October 5, 2026. Additionally, the city has contracted with the New River Solid Waste Association Regional Landfill for waste disposal services valued at **$10.6 million**. The billing method for solid waste services will transition from monthly utility bills to a non-ad valorem assessment on property tax bills beginning October 1, 2026.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the scale and duration of this contract, reflecting a significant municipal investment in waste management services.
- The shift in billing to property tax assessments may affect contractor invoicing and revenue cycles.
- Companies in waste collection and disposal services can evaluate similar municipal opportunities and prepare for long-term contract requirements.
- The contract's implementation timeline requires coordination for service transition and public communication regarding new pickup schedules.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Environment
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Government Entities
- City of Gainesville
- New River Solid Waste Association Regional Landfill

### Vendors
- GFL Environmental (prime contractor)

### Key Quotes
> With nearly two-thirds of Gainesville households receiving a new collection day, the most important thing neighbors can do is check their schedule now and make note of the change.
> — Brian Singleton, Interim Chief Operating Officer

### Sources
- [About 65% of Gainesville homes face trash pickup day changes  | Bradenton Herald](https://www.bradenton.com/news/article317415290.html) - Bradenton Herald