YARD WASTE AND RECYCLING

The City of Charlottesville Public Works Public Service Department is soliciting sealed bids for a term contract to establish a leaf, brush, and yard waste composting program. The selected contractor will be responsible for accepting and composting or recycling loose leaves, co-mingled brush and yard waste up to 6 inches in diameter and 10 feet in length, and storm debris delivered by the City to the contractor's approved site. The contract is for an initial one-year term with the option for up to four additional one-year renewals. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation factors including unit costs for loads and specific annual transportation mileage cost factors for different material types. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's OpenGov portal by September 8, 2026. Requirements for bidders include providing a history of business operations, a list of at least four professional references, and certification of non-collusion and non-discrimination. The successful contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation and Commercial General Liability with the City named as an additional insured. Additionally, the contractor is required to provide monthly reports on the volume of materials collected. Payment for services will be rendered within 45 days of receipt of goods or invoice.