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County awards landfill and convenience-center operations contracts to Republic Services
Summary
The Solid Waste Disposal District recommended and the board approved 10-year contracts for landfill operations and county convenience-center operations; staff will negotiate final terms and explore options to reduce capital costs.
The Indian River County Solid Waste Disposal District and the Board of County Commissioners approved two long-term service contracts on April 8: operation and maintenance of the county landfill, and operation of the five customer convenience centers. Republic Services was the apparent low bidder on both procurements; the board authorized award and directed staff to finalize negotiated agreement terms.
Landfill award: staff recommended awarding the landfill operation contract to Republic Services under a 10-year term (with an option to extend). The recommended option keeps the landfill open seven days a week and includes the vendor providing required cover material; the presentation showed a proposed tipping rate of about $18.70 per ton under the…
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