Commercial Services

Waste Vendor Management

Managing multiple waste haulers across locations can be time-consuming, inconsistent, and costly. With Waste Vendor Management from National Waste Associates (NWA), you gain access to a vetted network of top-performing waste providers – without the hassle of sourcing, negotiating, or managing them yourself.

Why Waste Vendor Management

Choosing the right waste hauler isn’t just about availability – it’s about reliability, pricing, compliance, and performance. Without industry expertise, finding and managing qualified vendors can quickly turn into a costly process of trial and error.

NWA brings a distinct advantage.

With roots as a former carting company, we understand what separates an average hauler from a high-performing one. We’ve built and maintained relationships with more than 3,500 local and regional waste vendors, all carefully evaluated to meet our operational, financial, and compliance standards.

Our waste vendor management program eliminates the guesswork. We match your locations with the right haulers based on your specific service requirements, then actively manage those vendors to ensure consistent performance and competitive pricing.

If an issue arises, you don’t chase the vendor – we handle it. Our team delivers industry-leading response times, with 99% rating for first-contact resolution and rapid escalation when needed.

How it Works

Unlike traditional waste companies that are limited by their own assets, NWA operates as an independent partner – designing custom waste collection programs based entirely on your business needs.

We evaluate vendors across multiple criteria, including:

• Service capabilities and equipment
• Geographic coverage and scalability
• Industry specialization
• Financial stability and compliance history

Using this data, we identify the best-fit haulers for each location and manage the full vendor procurement process – from sourcing and bidding to contract negotiation to payment.

Once vendors are selected, we:

• Negotiate competitive pricing and service terms on your behalf
• Generate standardized waste service agreements
• Secure required permits, insurance, and compliance documentation

After implementation, our vendor performance management begins.

Your dedicated account manager continuously monitors service quality, resolves operational issues like missed pickups, manages billing and payments, and coordinates any necessary vendor transitions. We also pursue ongoing savings opportunities, including rebates, rate adjustments, and service optimizations.

Benefits

• Access to a nationwide network of vetted waste haulers, including our Preferred Hauler Program
• End-to-end waste vendor procurement, contract negotiation, and management
• Ongoing cost control through invoice audits, rebates, and rate optimization
• Single point of contact for all vendor communication and issue resolution
• Simplified billing and payables management
• Seamless onboarding, service transitions, and multi-location coordination