About this opportunity
AI summaryHeidelberg Township seeks bids for the weekly collection and disposal of municipal solid waste, quarterly collection and disposal of bulk items, and biweekly collection, processing, and marketing of recyclable materials. Services cover single-family dwellings, small commercial units without dumpsters, and small dumpsters at the Township Municipal Building and Conrad Weiser Pool across approximately 610 units. The contract term spans three years from April 1, 2027, through December 31, 2029, with township options for two additional two-year extensions. Eligibility is restricted to onshore United States organizations, and the township will determine the successful bidder based on the bids submitted. Vendors must submit questions by November 11, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. Bids must be submitted via PennBID by November 16, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., ahead of bid opening at 10:30 A.M.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Heidelberg Township
Scope of work
- Weekly collection and disposal of Municipal Solid Waste from single family dwellings and small commercial units
- Quarterly collection and disposal of bulk items
- Every other week collection, processing, and marketing of Recyclable Materials
- Collection of solid waste and recycling from Heidelberg Township Municipal Building and Conrad Weiser Pool
- Provision of a 4 CY dumpster to the Township Municipal Building at no cost
- Preparation and distribution of annual public recycling educational materials
- Provision of monthly statements showing solid waste tonnage and recyclable material types and amounts
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Lowest total cost of the Contract that the Township chooses over the Contract period from a qualified and responsible Bidder | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Contractor must be qualified and responsible
- Surety company authorized to do business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Insurance carrier licensed and authorized to do business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Documents to include with your response
- Certified check, bank draft, or satisfactory bid bond equal to ten percent (10%) of the bid
- Completed & Executed bid proposal form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Bidder's Affidavit
- Workman's Compensation Affidavit
- CDL Compliance Certification
- Public Works Verification Form
- Completed Bidder Specifications and General Stipulations Form
- Completed Questionnaire including prior year financial statement under notarized oath
- Certifications from waste disposal facility and/or recycling center of capacity for specified materials
Key dates
- Bid Packages Available
- October 30, 2026 via PennBID
- Deadline for Submission of Questions
- November 11, 2026 by 5:00 P.M.
- Questions deadline (Notice to Bidders)
- Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 6 PM
- Bids To Be Submitted By
- November 16, 2026 by 10:00 A.M.
- Bids To Be Opened via PennBID
- November 16, 2026 at 10:30 A.M.
- Township to Award/Reject Bids
- November 18, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
- Contract Commencement Date
- April 1, 2027
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via PennBID
- Instructions
- Submitted via PennBID (www.pennbid.bonfirehub.com) only. Form of Proposal must be returned intact as received, written in ink or typed, with proper signatures and seals.
Contract details
- Term
- Three (3) years beginning April 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029, with an option to extend for two (2) additional two (2) year periods.
- Place of performance
- Heidelberg Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania
- Insurance and bonding
- Bid bond or certified check of 10% of total bid. Performance bond initially at 100% of total contract price for initial term. Comprehensive Automobile Liability, General Liability, and Worker's Compensation insurance issued by an authorized PA carrier with Township approval.