How to bid on solid waste collection for the City of Montgomery

What the City is buying

The City of Montgomery is seeking a contractor for garbage and bulk-item collection, recycling, yard waste, and fall leaf collection. Service covers eligible single-family and two-family households, designated Heritage District businesses, and designated churches.

The contractor will also provide regular garbage and recycling collection at City buildings, parks, and other listed sites. The estimated value is $1.2 million.

Key date and deadline

Solicitation 26-04 was published October 14, 2026. Bids are due November 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.

Submit your response electronically through PlanetBids before the deadline. The solicitation lists no later submission time, so plan to finish and verify your submission ahead of 1:00 PM ET.

Who this opportunity suits

This IFB may suit solid-waste and environmental-services firms that can handle recurring garbage, recycling, bulk-item, yard-waste, and seasonal leaf collection across residential, business, church, and municipal sites.

How to access and submit the bid

Open the City of Montgomery listing on PlanetBids. The portal may ask you to complete a “confirm you are human” check before the page loads.

The scope, dates, and document list are public. To download documents, receive addenda, and submit electronically, register for a free PlanetBids vendor account with the City, then submit your bid before the deadline.

Prepare a complete, competitive response

Read the solicitation documents carefully and check the PlanetBids listing for addenda. Make sure your response addresses each collection service and each location category described in the bid.

Build your pricing and service plan around the stated coverage, including bulk items, yard waste, and fall leaf collection. Check that required forms and response fields are complete, and leave time to review the electronic submission before the deadline.