Hazardous Waste Collection

NAICS 562112 (Hazardous Waste Collection) encompasses specialized services for collecting, transporting, and disposing of hazardous waste materials generated by industrial, medical, government, and research facilities. This category includes comprehensive waste management activities such as identification, packaging, labeling, manifesting, and proper disposal of various hazardous substances including chemical, medical, pharmaceutical, and contaminated materials. Contractors in this classification must comply with strict federal, state, and local environmental regulations governing waste handling and elimination.

Federal contract awards in this NAICS code demonstrate significant engagement across multiple government agencies, particularly the Department of Veterans Affairs, Drug Enforcement Administration, Coast Guard, and Department of Defense. Awards typically range from $5,000 to $1,500,000, with contract durations spanning one to five years. Frequently awarded contractors include Earth Smart Environmental Solutions, Stericycle Inc., Clean Harbors Environmental Services, and Black Gold Industries. Most awards are structured as firm fixed-price contracts with base years and multiple option periods. Common set-aside designations include Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, total small business, and unrestricted competitions, with performance locations primarily at federal medical centers, military installations, and research facilities across the United States.

Recent federal contract opportunities predominantly focus on hazardous waste collection and disposal services for government agencies. The Drug Enforcement Administration has issued multiple sources sought notices for regional waste management services covering states like California, Texas, New Mexico, and Florida. The Department of Veterans Affairs has solicited medical waste removal services for various healthcare systems, including facilities in Arizona, Louisiana, and Wisconsin. Other opportunities include specialized waste management for military installations like Joint Region Marianas and specific projects such as radioactive waste removal and pharmaceutical waste disposal. Most opportunities emphasize comprehensive waste management capabilities, including collection, transportation, proper documentation, and environmentally responsible disposal methodologies.