Clearwater City Council Approves 5-Year, $5.55 Million Waste Disposal Contract with GFL Environmental

Clearwater City Council authorized a significant five-year purchase order yesterday, securing waste disposal services with Angelo’s Aggregate Materials, Ltd. dba GFL Environmental of Detroit, MI. The contract, valued at a not-to-exceed amount of $5,550,000.00, covers yard waste, Class III waste, and construction demolition debris disposal for the city.

This agreement ensures Clearwater residents and businesses have continued access to essential waste management services. The substantial investment reflects the ongoing need for efficient and environmentally responsible disposal of various waste streams within the community. The contract's financial scope directly impacts city budgeting and resource allocation for the next half-decade.

The initial term of the contract runs from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031. It also includes one, two-year renewal option, providing the city with flexibility for future waste management planning. This long-term commitment aims to stabilize disposal costs and maintain service quality for Clearwater.

The City Council approved the purchase order pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563(1)(c), which pertains to cooperative purchasing. Vice Mayor Cotton moved to authorize the purchase order, and the motion was seconded and carried unanimously by the council. This unanimous vote underscores the council's consensus on the importance and necessity of this waste disposal agreement.