Yard Waste And Wood Grinding Services - Summer 2025

The Town of Manchester is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide yard waste and wood grinding services at its landfill and transfer station located at 311 Olcott Street, Connecticut. The contract, titled "Yard Waste And Wood Grinding Services - Summer 2025," aims to manage various organic materials, including mixed yard wastes such as leaves and small brush, land-clearing wood, stumps, large logs, and clean wood like pallets and lumber. The materials are currently stockpiled and sourced from residents and commercial entities, including contractors and landscapers. An additional stockpile of land-clearing debris on an adjacent parcel will also require management. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to grind these materials, with an emphasis on environmentally responsible disposal or reuse, such as producing mulch or renewable energy fuel. The Town encourages proposals that are cost-effective and environmentally sustainable and invites alternate proposals that could offer additional benefits or revenue opportunities. The procurement process is managed by the Town’s Sanitation Department, with a response deadline of July 22, 2025, and a contract value estimated between $50,000 and $200,000. Bidders must submit a Living Wage Certification Form, certifying compliance with the Manchester Living Wage Ordinance, as part of their proposal submission. This form ensures adherence to local wage laws and must be completed and returned with the bid to avoid rejection. The project’s primary point of contact is Cora Narracci, reachable via email or phone. The contract aims to facilitate environmentally responsible management of organic waste materials, potentially utilizing them as mulch or renewable energy sources, aligning with sustainable waste management practices in the region.