Refuse Collection and Recycling Services in Cumberland, MD (MD006)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 U.S. Army Contracting Command - New Jersey, in support of the 99th Readiness Division, is issuing a Sources Sought notice for Refuse Collection and Recycling Services at the Allegany County Soldiers Memorial United States Army Reserve Center in Cumberland, MD (MD006). This is market research to identify interested and capable parties, with the potential for a Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by March 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all personnel, supplies, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, transportation, and fuel for comprehensive refuse collection and recycling services. This includes providing two 8 cubic yard dumpsters (one for refuse, one for recyclables) to be serviced weekly. The contractor is responsible for establishing collection routes and schedules, performing unscheduled collections with 24-hour notice, and ensuring services during inclement weather. Hazardous and special waste are excluded. Services must adhere to the Performance Work Statement (PWS) and all applicable regulations, maintaining a clean and environmentally safe workplace.
Place of Performance
Services will be performed at the Allegany County Soldiers Memorial United States Army Reserve Center, 14418 McMullen Highway, Cumberland, MD 21502. The site map details paved parking (11,605 SY), road (990 SY), sidewalk (115 SY), and slab (130 SY) areas.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: One 12-month base year plus four 12-month option years.
- NAICS Code: 562111 - Solid Waste Collection ($47M Small Business Size Standard)
- Product Service Code: S205 - Housekeeping- Trash/Garbage Collection
- Response Due: March 19, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Published: March 12, 2026
Required Capabilities & Submission Details
Interested organizations must submit a capability statement (max 10 pages, Times New Roman, 10 pitch) addressing:
- Past work on similar requirements.
- Ability to manage tasks of this nature.
- Experience managing subcontractors.
- Specific technical skills relevant to the tasks.
- Ability to perform at least 50% of the work for a Small Business Set-Aside.
- Current business status (small/large), company profile, CAGE, DUNS, and SAM Unique Identity.
- Indication of Small, Small Disadvantaged, Women-Owned, HUBZone, or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concern status.
Submissions must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format and emailed to Tyler Behr at tyler.e.behr2.civ@army.mil.
Evaluation
Responses will inform market research to assess industry capacity and potential for a Small Business Set-Aside (in full or in part) or full and open competition. The government will evaluate market information to determine if services can be provided consistent with the scope and under a performance-based service acquisition contract.
Additional Notes
This is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). It does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. No funds are available for response preparation. Not responding does not preclude participation in future solicitations. The Service Contract Act applies to this requirement.