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Landfill Services
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Landfill Services Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Landfills are used to house and decompose solid wastes via biodegradation or incineration in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines. Large- and small-scale landfill service companies offer sanitary solutions to a wide range of public and municipal entities that seek landfills for the environmentally sound disposal of solid and special waste generated by residents and businesses. Landfill operators are also responsible for maintaining their landfills and reducing the landfill’s impact on the environment, surrounding neighbors, and businesses.
This Report Includes:
- Waste Acceptance
- Waste Disposal
- Waste Analysis
Not in this Report:
- Waste Collection
- Garbage Truck Services
Global Landfill Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Landfill Services market.
Warning Trends
Tariffs could negatively impact the cleaning equipment and supplies sector
- The Trump Administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which apply general tariff rate increases to most leading US trade partners, are set to take effect on August 7, after the administration finalized the rates on August 1.
- According to CleanLink, increases in tariffs are expected to impact the cleaning equipment and supplies industry by raising the cost of manufacturing and, thus, the price of products. The tariff increase could also spark supply-chain disruptions, which could further put upward pressure on pricing if goods are in limited supply.
- China, a major exporter to the United States of many products in the cleaning equipment and supplies industry, faces a base tariff of 54.0%. Likewise, Germany, a major exporter of chemicals and cleaning products, and the rest of the European Union face a 15.0% tariff, which will raise the cost of imported cleaning supplies and manufacturers' operating costs, putting upward pressure on market prices.
- Canada and Mexico, major sources for a variety of cleaning equipment and supplies, will now face 35.0% and 25.0% tariff rates, respectively, for exports to the United States. These tariffs will make it more difficult for Mexican and Canadian suppliers to compete in the US market, driving up domestic prices and pressuring supply chains.
Neutral
Crude oil prices dip, but natural gas and fuel prices remain volatile in 2025
- Oil prices have been falling with the introduction of higher tariffs and the predicted decline in global demand. The OPEC+ group of countries also announced they would be unwinding production cuts and increasing their collective output target for May by 411,000 barrels per day.
- Trade wars, ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, and general unrest in the Middle East are causing uncertainty surrounding oil prices, which has led to volatility in prices. In the third week of May 2025, crude oil prices hit $63.67 per barrel, but volatility remains as geopolitical concerns remain.
- Natural gas prices rallied early in 2025 with colder-than-usual temperatures in the United States and high demand, topping out at $4.68/MMBtu in March. Prices have since fallen with the onset of trade wars and weakening demand projections to $3.64/MMBtu in the third week of May 2025.
- The national average of gasoline prices has been rising slightly due to refinery maintenance/outages and blending issues, hitting a national average of $3.15 per gallon in the third week of May 2025. However, gasoline futures have been volatile, falling due to fears of oversupply and deepening concerns about weakening demand with tariffs, but rising after trade deals.
Global Landfill Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Europe | 5,820 |
| #2 China | 3,020 |
| #3 India | 2,460 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Landfill Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$5.00 to $XXX.XX
per tonAverage Price
Prices in the Landfill Services market range from $5.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Type of Waste, Location of Landfill, Scope of Services and Number of Tons Processed. For example, lower prices are associated with Municipal solid waste (MSW) ($37.68 to $100 per ton) and Organic (green) waste ($37.68 to $175 per ton), whereas higher prices are associated with Hard-to-handle MSW ($50 to $175 per ton), Industrial waste ($50 to $175 per ton) and Hazardous waste ($60 to $175 per ton).
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Landfill Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Landfill Services market, prices in the US have grown 3.0% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Landfill Services
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Landfill Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Hidden Fees may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Transportation
Billed During
Disposal
Unforeseen
Hidden Fees
Emergencies
Duties & Taxes
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -2.6 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Construction & Mining Equipment Wholesalers
- Fuel Dealers
- Remediation & Environmental Cleanup Firms
- Personal Protective Equipment Manufacturers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Construction Machinery Manufacturers
- Oil Drilling & Gas Extraction Firms
- Environmental Consulting Firms
Biggest Landfill Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Landfill Services vendors by revenue in the US are Casella Waste Systems, inc., Republic Services, Inc. and Waste Connections, Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veolia Environnement | Global | Aubervilliers, FR | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
| Waste Management, Inc. | National | HOUSTON, TX | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Republic Services, Inc. | National | PHOENIX, AZ | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Clean Harbors Inc. | International | NORWELL, MA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| GFL Environmental Inc. | VAUGHAN | >10,000 | < 5 | |||||
| Waste Connections, Inc. | International | THE WOODLANDS, TX | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Casella Waste Systems, inc. | International | RUTLAND, VT | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Recology Inc. | Regional | San Francisco, CA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Landfill Services market is 6.8% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Overhead. The cost trend for this component is rising, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Landfill service providers are subject to heavy regulation from both federal and local government entities.
The average vendor possesses a moderate level of risk, meaning that market suppliers are not particularly susceptible to bankruptcy or other consequences of financial distress.
There are roughly 1,250 landfills in the United States, a number that has been declining rapidly during the past decade. Nonetheless, buyers in any location have access to a variety of landfill types and providers, reflecting the market's low level of concentration.
There is a moderate amount of risk present in the market's supply chain largely due to vendors' reliance on fuel dealers (to procure fuel for equipment) and, in turn, oil and gas operators.
The United States is a net importer of earthmoving equipment, indicating a foreign presence in the market. This allows buyers to access unique, competitively priced products from abroad. While buyers may be able to leverage foreign products in negotiations, these products may be more susceptible to overseas supply chain disruptions and trade policy shifts.
Supplier Information
Casella Waste Systems, inc.
Casella Waste Systems, inc. is a public company operating internationally in the professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include total waste management & recycling, solid waste collection & disposal... Subscribe to learn more
Clean Harbors Inc.
Clean Harbors Inc. is a public company operating internationally in the manufacturing, real estate and rental and leasing, professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include lubricating oils, dumpster Subscribe to learn more
GFL Environmental Inc.
GFL Environmental Holdings Inc. is a diversified environmental services company in North America. Its business consists of three service categories: Solid Waste Management, which includes the collection, transportation, transfer, recycling, and disposal of non-hazardous solid waste for municipal, residential,... Subscribe to learn more
Recology Inc.
Recology Inc. is a private company operating regionally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include solid waste collection & disposal services and landfill services. Founded in 1997, the company is currently headquartered in San Francisco, Subscribe to learn more
Republic Services, Inc.
Republic Services, Inc. is a public company operating nationally in the real estate and rental and leasing, professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include dumpster rental, total waste management & Subscribe to learn more
Veolia Environnement
Veolia Environnement is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing, professional, scientific & technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include septic tanks, water treatment chemicals, total waste management & recycling,... Subscribe to learn more
Waste Connections, Inc.
Waste Connections, Inc. is a public company operating internationally in the real estate and rental and leasing and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include dumpster rental, water hauling & vacuum services, solid waste collection & disposal services,... Subscribe to learn more
Waste Management, Inc.
Waste Management, Inc. is a public company operating nationally in the real estate and rental and leasing, professional, scientific and technical services and administration, business support and waste management services sectors. The company's offerings include dumpster rental, total waste management & recycling,... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Landfill Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) and Employee Retention Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Compliance and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) |
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Number of positive customer responses Number of customer responses |
Customer satisfaction represents customers’ overall satisfaction with a company and can be used to evaluate a company's reputation. Most suppliers measure customer satisfaction by sending out surveys, the results of which are used to calculate a Net Promoter Score (NPS), which reflects customer satisfaction. |
| Employee Retention Rate |
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Number of employees at start of period Number of employees at end of period |
The employee retention rate can be used to determine a company’s likelihood of retaining quality employees and performing quality work. The employee retention rate can be used to gain insight into a company’s costs associated with employee turnover. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Experience and Expertise
Do you have case studies or client testimonials detailing the services performed? Can you provide the contact details of a current client willing to share their experiences?
Tell me about similar projects you have worked on in the past. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
Competition
How do you attract new clients and retain existing clients?
How does your firm maintain a competitive edge?
Service Performance
How do you ensure the accuracy and quality of your service?
What quality awards have you won?
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Landfill Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide an overview of their organization, including the number of occupants and date of incorporation.
Buyers should provide information regarding the size of their facility.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should determine the volume and type of waste to be sent to landfills.
Buyers should suggest optimal waste drop-off times and state the frequency with which services should be performed.
Project Budget
Buyers should suggest the best method of billing.
Buyers should determine whether payments will be made after an audit.
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