Request for Solutions Regarding the Management of Waste Materials and Prioritization of Waste Reduction and Diversion Opportunities

The County of Ontario (the "County"), is requesting Solutions for RFS# RFS26041 Request for Solutions Regarding the Management of Waste Materials and Prioritization of Waste Reduction and Diversion Opportunities . Proposals are to be submitted via the County's eProcurement Portal via https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ontariocountyny PRIOR TO 4:00 pm on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 . Late responses will not be accepted.

Project work includes solutions to the County's waste stream following the closure of the County landfill after 2028. .

Summary

With the planned closure of the County's landfill at the end of 2028, the County is exploring innovative and sustainable solutions for managing various waste streams, including solid waste, recyclables, and organics. This RFS aims to gather information on potential management strategies, cost estimates, and levels of County involvement and investment. Attached to this RFS are the County’s Draft Local Solid Waste Plan (LSWMP), The Department of Sustainability’s Strategic Plan, and a recent Waste Stream Characterization Plan. Additionally, various reports and studies performed by the County relative to solid waste management goals and objectives can be found via the following webpage; https://ontariocountyrecycles.org/186/Plans-Studies-Surveys .

This RFS is seeking information from qualified vendors on solutions to managing waste generated within Ontario County and furthering the County’s aggressive waste diversion goals. This request is for planning purposes and is not a guarantee of a subsequent Request for Proposal (RFP) or contract award. However, only vendors submitting solutions to this solicitation will be invited to participate in any subsequent RFP.