End-of-Life HDPE Container Resin Buy-Back Program

The City of Valdosta is seeking a subcontractor to implement a documented buy-back and recycling program for end-of-life high-density polyethylene refuse containers, with the goal of ensuring full recyclability and enabling closed-loop material recovery. This initiative requires the contractor to establish a systematic process for collecting, processing, and repurposing HDPE containers at the end of their service life, ensuring that recovered resin is reintroduced into the manufacturing cycle rather than entering the waste stream. The program must include detailed documentation of each step—from collection and sorting to resin conversion and verification of material reuse—to demonstrate environmental compliance and operational transparency. The opportunity is open for responses until May 19, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 562920, which pertains to other waste management services. While the solicitation does not specify a set-aside classification or point of contact, the place of performance and organizational details indicate the program will be carried out within Georgia, aligned with the City of Valdosta’s waste management objectives. Participation requires a proven ability to manage logistics, material handling, and recycling infrastructure to meet the contract’s environmental and traceability standards. This contract represents a strategic effort to advance circular economy principles in municipal waste systems through structured, accountable resin recovery.