The Board of Selectmen on July 14 approved the release and timeline for an RFP to procure the town’s trash-collection services.
Why it matters: The current contract expires in 2026; selectmen moved to issue a new RFP now to allow time for proposals, evaluation and contract transition.
Details: The approved schedule includes a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 11 a.m.; proposer questions due by Thursday, Oct. 9 at 4 p.m.; town responses and addenda by Thursday, Oct. 23; and proposal opening on Monday, Nov. 3 at 4 p.m. The RFP is scheduled to be posted July 31.
Decision: A selectman moved to approve and issue the RFP; the board seconded and voted in the affirmative by voice vote.
Next steps: Procurement staff will post the RFP and hold the mandatory pre-proposal meeting; selectmen expect multiple proposals and emphasized the importance of attracting competitive bids.