Item 9CItem 9C
Authorize the City Manager to Sign a Contract for Residential and Commercial Refuse Collection and Recyclable Materials Collection with Republic Waste Services of Texas, Ltd (dba Duncan
Disposal)
Overview of Selection Process
Profile of Company Selected
Contract Provisions
Questions
Selection Process
Customers were our first priority
City forced to take an aggressive approach
Requested information from known Metroplex contractors
Key consideration: the ability to mobilize in the necessary time frame
Company Selected
Republic Waste (dba Duncan Disposal) was selected for more detailed discussions because:
They were in a position to deploy assets and mobilize in the necessary time frame
They are one of the larger companies in the country and the oldest waste collection company in Texas
They are a respected and reputable firm that provides superior service
They received excellent references from cities they serve
They have long term contracts with existing cities
Relationship with sister company Living Earth Technology
Contract Provisions
Service Enhancement
All existing services – seamless transition
Brush “on call” 3 times/year
Supervisor in city during pickup days
4-day twice-weekly schedule
Convenient landfill with green-waste area
Joint events with sister company Living Earth Technology
Contract Provisions (con’t)
Competitive Rates
Residential rate of $10.25
Rate frozen for 2 ½ years
Future rate increases 80% of CPI or 4%
which ever is lower
Commercial rates will also increase
Contract Provisions (con’t)
Favorable Contract
18-month initial term
Performance based
Liquidated damages
Philanthropic involvement with the community
Benefits for Southlake Residents
Increased Services
Enhanced Services
Questions