Waste Treatment and Disposal

Code 56221
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NAICS 562221 (Waste Treatment and Disposal) encompasses comprehensive waste management services focused on the collection, processing, treatment, and final disposal of various waste streams. These services include handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials, medical and regulated waste, pharmaceutical waste, and specialized disposal requirements such as incineration, chemical treatment, and environmental remediation. The category covers complex waste management solutions that require specialized equipment, transportation, documentation, and compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

The federal contract awards in this category demonstrate a diverse range of waste management services across multiple federal agencies. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) consistently awards contracts for medical waste disposal services, with typical contract values ranging from $10,000 to $750,000 and durations spanning one to five years. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) frequently contracts with firms like Covanta for secure destruction of controlled substances and confidential documents. Other significant award recipients include Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Earth Smart Environmental Solutions, and Reworld Holding Corporation. Common set-asides include Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Total Small Business designations. Performance locations are predominantly at federal healthcare facilities, military installations, and government research centers across the United States.

Recent federal contract opportunities in this NAICS category demonstrate extensive requirements for hazardous waste management across various agencies. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has been actively seeking contractors for comprehensive hazardous waste removal and disposal services in regions including San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and the Azores. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has solicited spill response and waste disposal services, while the Department of Veterans Affairs continues to seek medical waste management contractors for healthcare facilities. These opportunities typically involve complex waste streams including RCRA hazardous wastes, universal wastes, compressed gases, PCBs, and PFAS materials. Performance locations span military bases, healthcare centers, and research facilities across the United States and international military installations.

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