BID PACKAGE
#2026-RFP-15
for
JOPLIN CREEK CORRIDOR CLEANUP – 7TH STREET TO NORTH MAIN STREET
City Manager Office
602 South Main Street
JOPLIN, MO 64801
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
The City of Joplin, Missouri will accept sealed bid proposals until 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 10, 2026
at the 2nd Floor Joplin City Hall located at 602 South Main Street, Joplin, Missouri, 64801 for the
following:
JOPLIN CREEK CORRIDOR CLEANUP
For questions about this proposal, please contact Tony Robyn, Assistant City Manager by emailing
trobyn@joplinmo.org, or by visiting the Joplin Bid Center, https://www.joplinmo.org/Bids.aspx. Any
bids received after the specified deadline will be returned to the vendor.
The City reserves the right to evaluate all bids, to reject any or all bids and re-bid at a later date. The City
may waive any irregularities in the bid or negotiate variances from specifications and make awards that
are in the best interests of the City. The City will have final decision in all matters regarding acceptance
of bids and issuance of awards.
The City encourages minority and female owned businesses to submit bids on all City purchases.
Leslie Haase, CPA
Finance Director
Publication Date: March 13, 2026
CITY OF JOPLIN, MISSOURI
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
2026-RFP-15
Joplin Creek Corridor Cleanup – 7th Street to North Main Street
RFP Issue Date: March 13, 2026
Proposals Due: April 10, 2026
1. INTRODUCTION
The City of Joplin is seeking bid proposals from qualified contractors or organizations to provide cleanup
services along the Joplin Creek corridor from 7th Street to North Main Street. The objective of this
project is to remove accumulated trash, debris, and litter along Murphy Boulevard from the creek
channel, waterway, banks, brush, and wooded areas in order to improve water quality, safety,
beautification, and overall environmental health of the corridor. The city would also like a bid alternate
to include brush management.
2. PROJECT OVERVIEW
The selected contractor will be responsible for comprehensive debris and litter removal along
approximately 1.2 miles of the Joplin Creek corridor. Work includes, but is not limited to:
Manual and/or mechanical removal of trash, litter, and debris from the creek channel and
waterway. Given site access, we anticipate this is largely a manual effort.
Cleanup of trash and debris lodged in brush, undergrowth, wooded areas, and tree lines along the
creek banks.
Removal of bulk debris, including trash, litter, or other items that impact environmental conditions.
Proper disposal of all collected materials in accordance with City and State regulations.
Provide a bid alternate to also include brush management by cutting and grinding within a 10-foot
edge of the creek margin. Special permitting may be required.
3. SCOPE OF WORK
1. Conduct a site walk-through to understand site conditions and access points.
2. Remove trash, waste, and debris from the creek bed, water channel, banks, slopes, and vegetation
areas.
3. Dispose of all collected debris at collection locations.
4. Provide equipment and labor adequate to complete the work safely and efficiently.
5. Ensure environmental protection, avoiding unnecessary disturbance to vegetation or waterway.
6. Follow safety standards, including coordinating traffic control with city where needed.
7. Submit a post-project report including volume of debris removed and before/after photos.
8. Other locations may be considered.
4. CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with creek, streambank, or community cleanups.
Ability to safely access and work within natural and wooded terrain, utilizing Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE)
Knowledge of solid waste handling and disposal requirements.
Capacity to complete the project within the City’s desired timeline.
Carry appropriate insurance and become a city vendor
5. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Company information including name, address, and contact details.
2. Project approach including cleanup methods, staffing, equipment, and safety process.
3. Estimated schedule including start date, duration, and completion timeline.
4. Cost proposal including total project cost and itemized breakdown by cost category.
5. At least two references for similar projects.
6. EVALUATION CRITERIA
20 pts - Qualifications and experience.
25 pts - Quality and feasibility of approach. Understanding of site conditions.
30 Pts - Cost-effectiveness.
15 pts - References of at least two related projects
10 pts - Ability to meet project timelines.
7. PROJECT TIMELINE
RFP Release: March 13, 2026
Questions Due By: March 25, 2026
Proposal Submission Deadline: April 10, 2026
Possible Award Date: April 2026
Project Start: 2026
Project Completion: 2026
8. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS and QUESTIONS
Submit proposals to:
City of Joplin – Attention: Tony Robyn, Assistant City Manager
Email: trobyn@Joplinmo.org
City of Joplin – City Hall – 2ND Floor
602 S. Main Street, Joplin, MO 64801
9. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, request additional information, or award the
contract in the best interest of the City. A site visit may be scheduled upon request.
This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.
