Dive Brief:
- In Frisco, TX, Progressive took over curbside collection services before its contract kicked in, when the the city experienced continued issues with its previous waste provider, Community Waste Disposal.
- Progressive was slated to take over collections beginning August 1, 2014, but stepped in after a series of delays created piles of neighborhood waste.
- When the Frisco City Council put out a call for bids, they agreed to contract with Progressive due to the company's lower rates.
Dive Insight:
A company called Grid Waste is simplifying the process of waste collection for customers looking to get the best deal for services by providing individuals with competitive bids online. If the process could be streamlined for larger groups, such as municipalities, could city councils use this platform as an option for collecting bids?
