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Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services
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Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Providers in this market collect and dispose of non-hazardous waste in compliance with environmental regulations. Service providers also operate transfer stations where waste is moved from local vehicles to long-distance automobiles for transport to disposal facilities. Contractors operate on a national, regional, and local level and provide services on behalf of municipal (household), industrial, and commercial buyers.
This Report Includes:
- Collection of Solid Waste
- Waste Transport to Disposal Facilities
- Landfill Services
Not in this Report:
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Services
- Recycling Services
Global Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Solid Waste Collection & Disposal 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 Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 China | 332,780 |
| #2 Europe | 64,150 |
| #3 India | 27,110 |
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Geography Drilldown - US, Canada & Europe
Average Cost of Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services
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2026 Market Pricing$45.00 to $XXX.XX
per tonCanada
Europe
Average Price
Prices in the Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services market range from $45.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Type of Waste, Distance to Disposal Facility, Location and Type of Container Leased. For example, lower prices are associated with Food waste ($45 to $150 per ton) and Standard and light waste ($50 to $150 per ton), whereas higher prices are associated with Construction and demolition debris ($50 to $290 per ton) and Bulky and heavy waste ($50 to $290 per ton).
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Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services market, prices in the US have grown 2.5% from 2022 to 2025. and +1.5% in Europe.
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services
Total cost of ownership is Medium in the Solid Waste Collection & Disposal 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 Emergencies may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Other Fees
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Waste Management
Fuel
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Emergencies
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -3.4 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Product Specialization. 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 High, 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
- Truck & Bus Manufacturers
- Industrial Machinery & Equipment Wholesalers
- Fuel Dealers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Automobile Engine & Parts Manufacturers
- Forklift & Conveyor Manufacturers
- Oil Drilling & Gas Extractors
Biggest Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services vendors by revenue in the US are Casella Waste Systems, inc., Republic Services, Inc. and Covanta Holding Corp. 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 |
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| Republic Services, Inc. | National | PHOENIX, AZ | >10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Waste Management, Inc. | National | HOUSTON, TX | >10,000 | 25+ | ||||
| Veolia Environnement | Global | Aubervilliers, FR | >10,001 | < 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 | ||||
| Covanta Holding Corp | International | MORRISTOWN, NJ | 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 Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services market is 8.0% 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 stagnating, 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
Fuel dealers pose a high level of risk to waste haulers because they adjust fuel prices in accordance with the price of crude oil, which has been highly volatile due to shifts in global supply as a response to the Russia and Ukraine war, as well as unstable demand throughout the past three years.
Although waste collection truck manufacturers have faced a degree of risk due to the volatility of steel input prices, they have benefited from a steady stream of demand as buyers have few alternatives for disposing of waste.
Market share concentration is moderate in the solid waste collection and disposal services market. However, despite there being a number of small vendors operating competitively, buyers may be limited in vendor selection as waste collection services are often restricted by which vendors operate in certain localities as selected by municipalities.
The United States is a net importer of containers, meaning it imports more containers than it exports. US buyers seeking to import glass containers may need to assess international manufacturers' quality standards and production capacities, with considerations like the expected lead times for delivery, quality and safety certifications, and the compatibility of the manufactured goods with US standards.
Supplier Information
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
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
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
Covanta Holding Corp
Covanta Holding Corp is a public company operating internationally in the administration, business support and waste management services sector. The company's offerings include solid waste collection & disposal services, medical waste disposal services, waste incineration services and recycling services. 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
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
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Employee Training Rate and Mean Time to Repair. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Emergency Response and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Employee Training Rate |
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Number of Employees that Undergo Evaluation Number of Employees that Pass Evaluation |
Training logs should reflect an increase in training hours when new work protocols are established. It is a priority of regulatory bodies to ensure that all employees are provided sufficient training to ensure that they are operating safely. |
| Mean Time to Repair |
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Spot Checks on Equipment Spot Checks on Machinery Repairs per Spot Check |
Spot checks are often performed to assist suppliers in keeping machinery and equipment operational. Suppliers facilities, systems and equipment should be operated as required in the SOW. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Geographic Coverage
Which industries do you primarily provide services for?
Does your company provide services on a national or local level?
Surcharges
How do you determine fuel surcharges? Do you limit fuel surcharges?
How have the growing costs of regulatory compliance, fuel and other expenses altered your pricing?
Regulation
How have changing regulations affected your operations and prices in the past three years?
How do you communicate changes in regulations to your customers?
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Solid Waste Collection & Disposal Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should describe their organization and the scope of their operations.
Buyers should explain why they are seeking waste disposal services.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should provide information on the types of solid waste to be collected.
Buyers should advise of any special pickup requests.
Project Budget
Buyers should outline their maximum contract spend.
Buyers should stipulate payment terms.
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