How to bid on recycling carts for Frederick County, Maryland

What Frederick County is buying

Frederick County, Maryland is seeking bids for recycling carts, including assembly and delivery. The contractor must also develop an inventory tracking system based on cart serial numbers.

This is an invitation for bids (IFB) for supplies. Vendors should review the solicitation specifications and terms to understand the full requirements.

Deadline and submission

Bids are due December 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Submit your response through OpenGov Procurement before the deadline.

The provided information does not state what happens to bids after the deadline, so check the solicitation for submission and opening details.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit suppliers able to provide recycling carts and handle assembly and delivery. Firms with experience tracking inventory by serial number may also find the requirement relevant.

How to access and respond

Open the opportunity on OpenGov Procurement using the “View original source” option. The portal may display a brief security check the first time; let it finish so the project page loads.

Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. OpenGov also sends addenda notices.

Prepare a careful bid

Review the plans, specifications, and any addenda before preparing your response. Make sure your bid addresses the carts, assembly, delivery, and serial-number inventory tracking system described in the solicitation.

Check that your pricing and response documents are complete and consistent with the bid instructions. Allow time to submit through the portal before the deadline, and monitor OpenGov for addenda.