Sludge Hauling, Treatment and Disposal Services

This master agreement establishes a comprehensive sludge hauling, treatment, and disposal services contract for the Florida Department of Corrections' wastewater treatment operations. The contract encompasses the removal, treatment, and disposal of sludge generated at multiple correctional institutions throughout the State of Florida. Services include complete sludge removal with firm, fixed pricing that covers all equipment, labor, transportation, and regulatory compliance requirements. The contract establishes performance standards requiring 24-hour response times, complete removal per specifications, and timely reporting within 14 days of service completion, with associated financial penalties for non-compliance ranging from $0.50 to $100 per incident or gallon.

Meeks Plumbing, Inc., based in Vero Beach, Florida, serves as the prime contractor under this master agreement awarded by the Florida Department of Corrections. The initial contract period extends from September 30, 2025, through September 29, 2028, with an option for renewal for an additional three-year term at pricing specified in the contractor's original bid submission. The contract was awarded as an Agency Term Contract (ATC-26-027) resulting from Invitation to Bid No. FDC ITB-25-043 and serves as a mandatory procurement vehicle for use by the entire Department of Corrections. Based on established unit pricing ranging from $0.23 to $1.20 per gallon or pound across seven primary correctional facilities, the estimated annual contract value is $446,900.