EC-FI AND ECAO TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICES

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR 12.603(c)(2)(ii). The requirement is a Total Small Business set-aside with NAICS code 562111 and a business size standard of $47M. The Bureau of Reclamation is procuring garbage and recycling services for its Eastern Colorado Area Office, Warehouse, and Flatiron facilities in Loveland, Colorado.

• Garbage and recycling removal services.

• Rental of dumpsters:

  • ECAO/FI locations: One 8-yard mixed recycle dumpster, one 8-yard garbage dumpster, one 30 cubic yard garbage container (emptied monthly, or as needed for the 30-yard).
  • WHSE location: One 2 cubic yard dumpster, one 3 cubic yard mixed recycle dumpster (emptied weekly).

• Dumpsters (except the 30-yard) must have lids with latches.

• Contractor shall furnish all labor, transportation, equipment, and supervision.

• Period of Performance: March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with four 1-year option periods.

• Normal Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday (excluding Federal holidays).

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code suggests a significant contract size.

• Submission Deadline: February 18, 2026, 2:00 PM PST.

• Submission Method: ONLY ELECTRONIC QUOTES accepted via email.

• Quote Format: One (1) PDF document including brochures, technical specifications, warranty information, and past performance references.

• Email Subject Line: "Quote - Company Name* 140R6026Q0014 ECAO & FI Trash & Recycle Service"

• Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated based on the price schedule, considering the total price for the basic requirement and all options. Technical and past performance are evaluation factors, with their relative importance to be stated by the Contracting Officer.

• Total Small Business set-aside.

• Deadline for Questions: February 13, 2026.

• Points of Contact for Inquiries:

  • Carlos Quiles (Contract Specialist): cquiles@usbr.gov
  • Tamaron Calloway (Contract Specialist): tcalloway@usbr.gov

• Contracting Officer: TBD

• Quality Assurance Evaluator: William (Jeff) Cross (wcross@usbr.gov)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. It constitutes the only solicitation where quotations will be requested for trash and recycling services. The requirement is a Total Small Business set-aside.

• Garbage and recycling removal services for the Bureau of Reclamation's Eastern Colorado Area Office, Warehouse, and Flatiron in Loveland, Colorado.

• Rental and servicing of various dumpsters (8-yard mixed recycle, 8-yard garbage, 30 cubic yard garbage, 2 cubic yard, and 3 cubic yard mixed recycle).

• Dumpsters at ECAO and FI will be emptied monthly (except the 30-yard which is on an as-needed basis, approx. 6 times/year).

• Dumpsters at WHSE will be emptied weekly.

• Dumpster lids must have latches to prevent opening due to wind or animal activity (except the 30-yard container).

• Contractor shall furnish all labor, transportation, equipment, and supervision.

• Contract Type: Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with four (4) one-year option periods.

• NAICS Code: 562111 (Waste Collection) with a business size standard of $47M.

• Submission Deadline: February 18, 2026, by 2:00 PM PST.

• Submission Method: ONLY ELECTRONIC QUOTES accepted, emailed to Carlos Quiles (cquiles@usbr.gov) and Tamaron Calloway (tcalloway@usbr.gov).

• Quote Format: One (1) PDF document including brochures, technical specifications, warranty information, and past performance references.

• Email Subject Line: "Quote - Company Name* 140R6026Q0014 ECAO & FI Trash & Recycle Service"

• Evaluation: Award will be based on the most advantageous offer to the Government, considering price and other factors. The solicitation includes provisions for evaluation of technical capability and past performance.

• Total Small Business set-aside.

• Deadline for Questions: February 13, 2026.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference. Offerors are advised to review these clauses carefully.

Sources Sought Synopsis

This notice is for informational and planning purposes only to determine potential sources for trash and recycling services. It is NOT a solicitation, and no formal solicitation exists at this time.

The Bureau of Reclamation seeks trash and recycling services for facilities in the Loveland, Colorado area. This includes:

• Removal of garbage and recycling from the Area Office, Flatiron, and Warehouse.

• Provision of rental dumpsters supplied by the contractor.

• A Performance Work Statement (PWS) is included detailing all required tasks.

• 11056 W. CR. 18E Loveland, CO. 80537

• 910 Van Buren Ave, Loveland, CO. 80537

• 562111 – Solid Waste Collection

• Size Standard: $47M

Interested businesses should submit the following information (limit responses to 10 pages):

• Business Name and Address

• Point of Contact (E-Mail Address and Telephone Number)

• UEI

• Applicable NAICS code(s)

• Business Size and Type (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, Small Business, Large Business)

• This is not a request for quotes. No reimbursement will be provided for response costs.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to contract award.

• Future solicitations will be published on SAM.gov.

• Email responses to Carlos Quiles at cquiles@usbr.gov by 2:00 PM (MST) on Monday, February 2, 2026.

• Do not provide a quote in response to this notice.

• For questions, email Contract Specialist Carlos Quiles at cquiles@usbr.gov.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To procure garbage and recycling removal services for the Bureau of Reclamation's facilities in Loveland, Colorado, including the Eastern Colorado Area Office (ECAO), Flatiron Powerplant (FI), and Warehouse (WHSE).

• Removal of garbage and recycling from specified locations.

• Provision of dumpsters by the contractor:

  • ECAO/FI Locations (11056 W. CR 18E, Loveland, CO):
    • One (1) 8-yard mixed recycle dumpster
    • One (1) 8-yard garbage dumpster
    • One (1) 8-yard garbage dumpster
    • One (1) 8-yard mixed recycle dumpster
    • One (1) 30 cubic yard garbage container (for "as needed" pickup, approx. 6 times/year)
  • WHSE Location (910 Van Buren Ave, Loveland, CO):
    • One (1) 2 cubic yard dumpster
    • One (1) 3 cubic yard mixed recycle dumpster

• Dumpster servicing frequency:

  • ECAO/FI: Monthly for 8-yard dumpsters; "as needed" for 30-yard container.
  • WHSE: Weekly.

• Dumpsters (except 30-yard) must have lids with latches.

• Contractor to furnish all labor, transportation, equipment, and supervision.

• All garbage and recycle removed at a minimum as stated over the life of the purchase order.

• All tasks completed without 3 missed deadlines over the life of the purchase order.

• Services to meet or exceed industry standards.

• Period of Performance: Anticipated March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with four 1-year option periods.

• Normal Service Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., excluding Federal holidays.

• Places of Performance: ECAO/FI (11056 W. CR 18E, Loveland, CO 80537) and WHSE (910 Van Buren Ave, Loveland, CO 80537).

• Contractor must provide a list of authorized employees.

• No specific security clearance or escort requirement.

• Contractor employees must have a valid driver's license and comply with laws.

• Contractor must establish and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Contractor may be required to provide additional services during special events/emergencies, coordinated with ECAO POC.

• Government Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) will monitor performance.