RFI 1 Questions and Answers.docx

Request for Information (1) questions and answers RFI No.1

Concerning the Lab Waste:

· Will these waste streams be considered Lab-packs? Yes

· Will lab packing services be the responsibility of the awarded Contractor? Yes

· If not, will a complete and accurate inventory be provided, to include waste identification, container description and quantity?

RFI No.2

Concerning the Ballasts listed in Universal Waste:

· Are these PCB or non-PCB Ballasts? PCB

RFI No.3

Will Material Safety Data Sheets be available for each waste stream? No

RFI No.4

Will the Customer (USDA-ARS) be obtaining their own replacement containers/drums, or will replacement containers/drum need to be supplied by the awarded Contractor? Replacement containers/drums will be supplied by the awarded Contractor.

RFI No.5

Concerning the Universal Waste:

· What type of containers will these waste streams be in? Alkaline Batteries- 5 to 15gal poly drum; Lead Acid Batteries- 5gal poly drum; Lamps- fiber drum (size will vary according to the lamp size); Ballasts- 5 or 55gal steel drum/container (depending on the quantity).

RFI No.6

Will Bonding (Performance or Payment) be required? NO

RFI No.7

Who is the incumbent Contractor, or most recent, performing these services? T&M Hazardous Waste Management.

RFI No.8

What is the historical annual spending, with the current contract? Between $25,000.00 and $100,000.00 towards the lower end.