Recycling Program Sponsorship Planning & Management Services

The City of Cincinnati Office of Environment and Sustainability is seeking qualified firms to provide turnkey Recycling Program Sponsorship Planning and Management Services. The primary objective is to develop, market, and manage sponsorship opportunities for the city's residential recycling infrastructure, including approximately 400 public recycling corner cans, 20 drop-off locations, city vehicles, and digital platforms. This initiative aims to generate recurring revenue and enhance community engagement in support of the Green Cincinnati Plan’s Zero Waste Focus Area and the Greater Cincinnati Comprehensive Climate Action Plan. The anticipated contract term is three years, with two optional one-year renewals. Proposals are due by September 30, 2026, via the Bonfire portal. The City will award the contract to the most advantageous offer based on a weighted evaluation of cost (40%), qualifications and experience (25%), and technical approach (25%). Additionally, the City has established subcontracting inclusion goals of 3.23% for Minority Business Enterprises and 4.84% for Women Business Enterprises. Selected contractors must adhere to strict insurance requirements, including general, professional, and automobile liability, and comply with the Cincinnati Municipal Code regarding equal employment opportunity and living wage standards. All costs must be proposed as time and materials not to exceed, including a revenue share proposal.