Specifications include, but are not limited to: King County Solid Waste Division (SWD) is seeking a consulting firm or team of firms qualified in the field of solid waste management, environmental research & analysis, evaluation, policy development, market development for recycled materials, outreach and lobbying. The firm(s) will have the ability to provide research, analysis, insights on a broad range of projects and programs that create a more circular economy. SWD goal in combining these projects under one contract is to ensure that we deliver an integrated and evidence-based approach on these interconnected areas of action: • Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) • Product Stewardship • Waste prevention and recycling • Material market development • Zero waste processing and infrastructure