BIOSOLIDS REJECT & AWARD

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

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-493-26, approving the award of Contract No. EVN0037379 for the hauling and disposal of dewatered biosolids (Group 2) to Waste Management Inc. of Florida for $101,251,800.00. This contract has an initial five-year term with one five-year option to renew for the Water and Sewer Department. The resolution also rejected all bids received for Group 1, which pertains to 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 three wastewater treatment plants. Public comment included concerns about potential cost increases due to bid rejection and a request to expedite re-solicitation for Group 1. The County anticipates returning with a recommendation for Group 1 award in July. The contract for Group 2 is expected to ensure continuity of critical services necessary for regulatory compliance and uninterrupted wastewater treatment operations.