These examples of actual local government contracts and franchise agreements are designed to advance zero waste.

Each government agency has its own contracting requirements and process. Check with the City Attorney or County Counsel for guidance on developing any contracts or agreements in your community. 

• City of Berkeley, CA
  Transfer Station Salvage Contract, 2012 (PDF)

• City of Fresno, CA
  Franchise Agreement for Multi-Family and Commercial Solid Waste Recyclable Materials, and Organic Materials, 2011 (PDF) Exit 

• City of Oakland, CA
  Mixed Materials & Organics Collection Services Contract, 2015 (PDF) Exit 
  Disposal Services Contract, 2015 (PDF) Exit 
   
• ​City of Palo Alto, CA
  Agreement for Solid Waste, Recyclable Materials, and Yard Trimmings Collection and Processing, 2008
   
• ​City of Renton, WA
  Comprehensive Garbage, Recyclables and Compostables Collection Contract, and Rate Modification Amendment, 2012
   
• City of Santa Clara, CA
  Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement for Non-Exclusive Hauling of Industrial Refuse and Recyclables, 2016
   
• City of San Jose, CA
  Commerical Solid Waste and Recyclable Materials Collection Franchises Agreement, 2011 (PDF) Exit
  Agreement for Yard Trimmings Collection and Street Sweeping Services, 2011 (PDF) Exit
  Agreement for Organics Processing Services [Anaerobic Digestion and Composting], 2011 (PDF) Exit 
   
• Novato Sanitary District, CA
  Novato Sanitary District Agreement for Solid Waste Collection, Processing, Diversion and Disposal, 2011 (PDF) Exit

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