425057 Comprehensive waste education campaign consultant

The contract involves engaging a consultant to develop and implement a comprehensive waste education campaign within Boulder County, specifically targeting the City of Longmont. The initiative aims to educate both residential and commercial sectors about waste reduction, recycling, and composting practices, with the goal of reducing contamination in recycling streams and promoting zero waste resources. The City of Longmont intends to award this contract through a sole source process, citing Eco-cycle as the only known capable provider to fulfill the critical requirements, which include strategic planning, research, community outreach, communication strategies, and evaluation metrics. The solicitation was posted on November 5, 2025, with a response deadline of November 10, 2025, and the contract value is set at approximately $425,057. The project underscores the city's commitment to sustainable waste management practices and community engagement, leveraging specialized expertise to ensure the campaign's success. Interested parties have the opportunity to challenge the sole source determination if they can demonstrate the ability to meet the outlined requirements.