Requests for Reimbursements (RFR)
CAA Colorado will reimburse eligible service providers for 100 percent of the net costs of recycling covered materials.
To receive funding — whether for existing services or to expand recycling programs — service providers will need to complete a Request for Reimbursement (RFR). Once basic requirements are met, providers will sign an agreement that outlines recycling activities, payment terms, data reporting and more. The RFR process is expected to open in late 2025.
CAA’s reimbursement approach is designed to promote fair and open practices, equitable service access, system enhancement and efficiency, and to achieve statewide recycling goals.
Step 1: Submit an RFR (opening late 2025) – Tell CAA how you want to participate.
Step 2: Qualification – Share details such as recycling services provided, service costs and existing or planned contracts.
Step 3: Service Agreement – Enter into an agreement with CAA. Funding and reporting begin per contract terms.
CAA Colorado anticipates separate RFRs for local governments, recycling collectors and materials recovery facilities. Sign up for the newsletter to be the first to learn when RFRs become available.
How it Works
FAQ
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The term “service provider” is defined in Colorado’s law as a public or private entity that provides recycling services in the state. A service provider could be a city, town, county, Tribe, recycling collector, Materials Recovery Facility and/or non-profit. To learn more about service provider reimbursements, review Chapters 5 and 6 in the Colorado Plan Proposal.
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With Requests for Reimbursements (RFRs) expected to open in late 2025, service providers should sign up for the newsletter to stay informed on the RFR release and other important updates. Be sure to select Colorado and an Industry for the most relevant news. Additionally, Circular Action Alliance is offering webinars to help local governments understand EPR and the reimbursement process. Learn more and register for an upcoming session.
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While the Plan Proposal and implementation details are not yet approved, communities can learn more by reviewing Chapter 6: Service Provider Reimbursement. For local governments, the first step toward participating in the EPR program will be to respond to the local government Request for Reimbursement (RFR). Local governments will be asked to submit information to CAA such as who provides recycling services, the number of households in the community and any existing recycling education and outreach efforts. This data will be the basis of future service agreements for reimbursement. RFRs will be issued in late 2025. Sign up for the Colorado newsletter to be the first to learn when RFRs open.
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Implementation and reimbursement timelines will vary across communities due to a variety of factors. The Colorado Plan Proposal outlines a Service Approach timeline, including implementation in different types of communities, starting on page 52. No service agreements will be signed prior to final Plan approval by CDPHE, which is anticipated to occur in December 2025. See Chapter 5: Recycling Services Approach for additional details.
Contact Information
Please contact CAA with any questions at coloradoinfo@circularaction.org.
