About this opportunity
AI summaryThe City of Miami Beach seeks quotes for the management, operation, and maintenance of the North Beach Compost Hub. The contractor will oversee site and compost pile design, contain mulch, maintain a clean site, conduct three to four weekly visits to the drop-off area, and empty drop-off bins at least twice per week. Eligible bidders must be onshore USA organizations with a record of receiving at least three compost management service contracts. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the Bidnet Direct Document tab by December 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Submit all inquiries through the platform by November 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The city evaluates responsive bids based on qualifications, scope, methodology, and cost, alongside bidder reputation and efficiency. The maximum expenditure allowed under this solicitation is $50,000.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- City of Miami Beach
- Solicitation No.
- 2027-1028-01
Scope of work
- Follow EPA community composting best practice recommendations and comply with Florida Statute 62-709 and Miami-Dade County Ordinance 251728
- Design site and compost piles, contain mulch, and submit photos showing compliance
- Perform 3 to 4 weekly visits to monitor and maintain the drop-off area and keep site records
- Empty drop-off bins at minimum 2 times per week and remove contaminants from food waste
- Perform general maintenance to keep the site tidy and equipment in good condition
- Submit quarterly reports and conduct quarterly physical, chemical, biological, and contaminant compost testing
- Participate in biweekly coordination meetings with City staff
- Provide additional on-request services including community engagement events, offsite food waste pickup, site updates, and monthly landscaping
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications | Not specified |
| Scope | Not specified |
| Methodology | Not specified |
| Cost / Price | Not specified |
| Ability, capacity, and skill of the bidder to perform the contract | Not specified |
| Whether bidder can perform within specified time without delay or interference | Not specified |
| Character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency | Not specified |
| Quality of performance of previous contracts and compliance with laws | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Awarded a minimum of three compost management service contracts within the last five years
- Appropriate waste hauler permit to conduct pickup of food waste at other drop-off locations throughout the City
Documents to include with your response
- Certification, Questionnaire & Requirements Affidavit
- Documentation of Compliance with Minimum Requirements
- Detailed information on consultant history, relevant experience, and qualifications of the proposing firm
- Detailed scope of services proposed, including approach and methodology
- Cost Proposal breaking down fees such as hourly labor rates and cost of services
Key dates
- Deadline for Receipt of Questions
- November 24, 2026, AT 10 A.M.
- Deadline for Submittal of Quotes
- December 01, 2026, AT 3 P.M.
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via Bidnet Direct
- Instructions
- Submitted electronically through the Document tab in Bidnet Direct. Upload attachments as separate files without embedded documents or proprietary extensions. Hard copy, email, or fax bids are rejected.
Contract details
- Term
- The City will negotiate the term with the selected respondent; expected to be valid until $50,000 has been expended.
- Estimated value
- Limited to $50,000
- Place of performance
- North Beach Compost Hub, located on the corner of 85 Street and Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida
- Insurance and bonding
- Workers Compensation per Florida Statute 440 and Employer Liability; Commercial General Liability no less than $300,000 per occurrence; Automobile Liability no less than $300,000 combined per accident; City named as additional insured; insurer rating A:VII or higher.