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Council approves short extension for recycling transfer-station contract amid objections over no-bid terms
Summary
Denver City Council approved a proposed secondary agreement to continue recycling and compost transfer services with a private company but heard sharp criticism from one councilmember, who said the extension lacked a new competitive procurement and that the extra cost should be examined amid city budget pressures.
Denver City Council adopted a resolution to approve a secondary agreement extending the city’s recycling and compost transfer‑station arrangement with a private contractor.
The measure drew an objection from Councilmember Sawyer, who called for a ‘‘no’’ vote and pressed staff on procurement and price. Sawyer said the 18‑month initial extension carried a price of about $1.3 million…
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