Deschutes County

Buyer seeks a consultant to help determine a comprehensive scope of work for a new solid waste program for the county and region. Buyer requires assistance with the physical and operational design phases of new municipal materials recovery facility, composting, and construction and demolition waste processing. The consultant will collaborate with buyer to weigh multiple financial and operational options and develop a detailed plan. The county's only landfill is expected to reach full capacity by 2031.

• 3/31/2025 - RFP advertisement
• 4/16/2025 - Last day to submit questions
• 4/21/2025 - Responses to questions issued
• 5/2/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 5/12/2025 - Interviews and selection
• 7/1/2025 - Contract start

• Analyze financing mechanisms for new separation and diversion facilities
• Compare economics of local CRPF vs. transporting recyclables to Portland
• Analyze impact on rate structures for different fee scenarios
• Evaluate facility equipment needs, traffic flow, and site planning
• Develop RFP template for selecting potential facility operators
• Assist with facility design for tip floor space and traffic flow
• Support procurement process and contract negotiations
• Analyze single-stream recyclable processing facility requirements
• Evaluate organics processing including food waste management
• Assess construction and demolition debris processing options