Bid guide
How to bid on Limited Franchise Solid Waste Hauler for the City of Thousand Oaks
What the City of Thousand Oaks is buying
The City of Thousand Oaks is looking for qualified providers to offer temporary solid waste collection services. This involves using bins and roll-offs within the city limits. Services are considered temporary if they last up to 30 consecutive days per calendar year, or for the duration of an active City-issued building or grading permit.
The city's goals for this service include maintaining a high waste diversion rate, currently between 69-70%, and ensuring excellent customer service for billing and service inquiries. This is an opportunity for firms experienced in temporary solid waste collection.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 28, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is September 30, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Late submissions are typically not accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with demonstrated experience and qualifications in providing temporary solid waste collection services, specifically using bins and roll-offs. Vendors should be capable of meeting the city's waste diversion goals and providing high levels of customer service.
The relevant category for this work is facilities, focusing on waste management and collection.
How to respond
To access the full details and respond to this solicitation, you need to use the OpenGov Procurement portal. First, locate the original source of this opportunity. When you click on it, the OpenGov Procurement project page will load after a brief security check.
You will then need to sign in or create a free vendor account on OpenGov. This account allows you to download all necessary plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your proposal. Any updates or addenda will be communicated through OpenGov.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly highlight your firm's experience with temporary solid waste collection, especially with bins and roll-offs. Provide specific examples of past projects that demonstrate your capabilities.
Address how your services will help the City of Thousand Oaks maintain or improve its waste diversion rate. Detail your approach to customer service and how you handle billing and inquiries to ensure high satisfaction. Ensure your proposal is well-organized, easy to read, and directly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Thousand Oaks; the original posting controls.