NIST BOULDER SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Commerce, is soliciting proposals for Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and Recycling Collection and Disposal Services for its Boulder campus in Colorado. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide MSW and recycling containers, along with collection and disposal services. This includes provision and servicing of on-demand containers and 30-yard containers for compostable materials and yard waste. Services must maintain a consistent level of cleanliness, safety, and sanitary working conditions. Specific container sizes, pickup frequencies, locations, and types are detailed in Attachment A, Attachment 2A, and the Schedule of Supplies/Services. The Boulder Trash Tax applies to specific CLINs.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Number: 1333ND26QNB190200
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Period of Performance: A base period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with four one-year option periods, potentially extending services through December 31, 2031.
- Offer Due Date: June 04, 2026, at 10:00 AM MT.
- Questions Due: May 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM MDT.
- Site Visit: Scheduled for May 19, 2026, at 9:00 AM MST.
- Published Date: May 13, 2026.
- NAICS Code: 562111, with a size standard of $47M.
Evaluation
Award will be based on an evaluation of technical capability, past performance, and price. Non-price factors (technical capability and past performance) are considered equal in importance and more important than price.
Additional Notes
Offers must be submitted by the specified due date and time. The solicitation incorporates various FAR clauses by reference. All questions should be directed to Julie Morris (julie.morris@nist.gov).