Emergency Spill Response Zone Contract

The Emergency Spill Response Zone Contract, administered by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, provides comprehensive emergency response services for material discharges threatening health, safety, and the environment. The vehicle covers three primary response categories: All Hazards (hazardous materials), Petroleum Spill Emergency Response, and Manure Spill Emergency Response. Services are designed to address environmental incidents within Wisconsin and within 10 miles of the Minnesota border, with contractors required to respond within two hours of notification. The contract supports not only state agencies but also the University of Wisconsin System, local government units, and cross-border environmental management needs.

The contract was originally awarded on October 16, 2013, with multiple prime contractors including Bay West Inc., Veolia ES Technical Solutions, SCS Engineers, REI Engineering, North Shore Environmental Construction, and DeBroux Custom Work LLC. The vehicle is structured across six geographical zones: Northern 1, Northern 2, Northeast, West Central, South Central, and Southeast, ensuring comprehensive state coverage. The initial contract term was two years with options for three additional one-year renewals, and contractors are required to maintain specific insurance and certification requirements. Pricing is based on detailed fee schedules with rates varying by personnel type, equipment, and response complexity, including standard, overtime, and holiday pricing structures.