How to bid on Integrated Solid Waste Management South at MCI-PAC, Dept of the Navy

What the Marine Corps is buying

The Department of the Navy is seeking a contractor for integrated solid waste management services at Marine Corps Installations Pacific (MCI-PAC) Camp Smedley D. Butler and other bases on Okinawa, Japan. This includes collection, disposal, and recycling of all solid waste, including non-residential and general waste. The contractor will also provide containers for special events.

This is an eight-year opportunity, with a 12-month base period and seven 12-month option periods. The contract will be a mix of recurring firm fixed price and non-recurring indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) services.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on November 20, 2025. Responses are due by December 09, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. This deadline is for submitting your information in response to the RFI. An RFI is typically used by an agency to gather information and assess market capabilities before issuing a formal solicitation.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for firms specializing in facilities management, specifically solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling services. Crucially, bidders must be authorized to operate and conduct business in Japan. This includes complying with all Japanese laws, decrees, labor standards, and regulations, and possessing all required permits and licenses from applicable municipalities for waste collection and transportation.

How to respond

To access the opportunity details, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

For an RFI like this, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's capabilities and experience in solid waste management, especially in an international context. Highlight your specific experience with similar scope and scale, and emphasize your ability to comply with all local regulations in Japan. Detail your operational structure and how you would manage logistics for multiple installations.

Since this is an RFI, the agency is looking for information to help them shape a future solicitation. Provide thorough and concise answers to any specific questions asked in the RFI. Even if not explicitly requested, consider including information on your environmental compliance practices and any innovative approaches to waste management or recycling you can offer.