ASBESTOS ABATEMENT – PROCUREMENT INFORMATION

This is a procurement requirements document for the Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) District in New York, soliciting certified firms to provide asbestos abatement and disposal services. The services encompass both district-wide planned projects guided by the current AHERA Management Plan and emergency abatement work on an as-needed basis. The District operates over 70 schools and facilities requiring comprehensive asbestos remediation. Required abatement services include pipe insulation removal and cleanup of insulation debris, repair of damaged pipe fittings, and removal of damaged asbestos floor tile and fire doors. The procurement process involves a pre-qualification component, with specific timelines and requirements for bidder submission and response expectations outlined in the procurement requirements checklist.

The procurement establishes pre-qualification standards that vendors must meet to be eligible for contract award. Qualified and certified firms will be selected to perform work on both a planned and emergency basis, allowing the District flexibility in addressing immediate safety concerns while executing long-term AHERA compliance projects. The contract structure supports ongoing asbestos management across the District's extensive portfolio of facilities, with vendors expected to maintain certification, insurance, and compliance with applicable federal and state asbestos abatement regulations throughout the term of engagement.