BIOSOLIDS REJECT & AWARD

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-06-02 · resolution

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-493-26 on June 2, 2026, approving the award of Contract No. EVN0037379 for Hauling and Disposal of Dewatered Biosolids (Group 2) to Waste Management Inc. of Florida for $101,251,800.00. This contract includes an initial five-year term with a five-year renewal option for the Water and Sewer Department. The resolution also rejected all bids received for Group 1, which pertains to the hauling and disposal of dewatered biosolids, due to recent changes in Florida law restricting disposal options. A new solicitation for Group 1 will be re-advertised. The services for Group 2 involve hauling and disposal of grit and mechanical screenings from the County's wastewater treatment plants. Public comment indicated concerns about the rejection of bids for Group 1 and the timing of a new solicitation, with a request to expedite the re-solicitation process. The County anticipates higher costs for Group 1 due to regulatory changes and aims to secure more competitive pricing in the re-advertised solicitation. The contract for Group 2 ensures continuity of critical services necessary for regulatory compliance and uninterrupted operations.