Bid guide

How to bid on Solid Waste innovative ideas for Fairfax County

County of Fairfax VACloses October 30, 2026

What Fairfax County is buying and why it matters

Fairfax County is looking for innovative ideas related to solid waste planning. This includes methods and technologies for waste reduction, recycling, processing, diversion, and disposal. The goal is to support the county's near-term and long-term sustainability objectives, specifically reducing waste generation by 25% and diverting 90% of waste by 2040.

This is an opportunity for businesses with expertise in waste management, environmental technologies, and sustainable practices to present their solutions to a major county government. The county is seeking concepts that can improve the performance of its solid waste system.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on August 14, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is October 29, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.

Since this is an RFI, the county is gathering information and ideas. There is no guarantee of a future contract award, but your submitted ideas could inform future solicitations or direct engagement.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in waste management, recycling technologies, waste processing, environmental consulting, and sustainable infrastructure. Companies that can offer innovative solutions for waste reduction, diversion, and disposal will find this relevant.

The work locations mentioned are the I-66 Transfer Station and the I-95 Landfill Complex, indicating a need for practical, implementable solutions for these facilities.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal. The solicitation number is 126293. You can view the posting publicly without an account.

To submit your response, you will need to sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Make sure to complete this step and submit your response before the stated deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly articulate how your proposed ideas align with Fairfax County's sustainability goals, especially the targets of reducing waste generation by 25% and diverting 90% by 2040. Focus on practical methods, technologies, and approaches that can be implemented at the I-66 Transfer Station and I-95 Landfill Complex.

Provide specific details on how your innovations would improve solid waste system performance. Even though this is an RFI, a well-structured and detailed response can demonstrate your firm's expertise and potential value to the county.

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.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from County of Fairfax; the original posting controls.