26LS0003_-_Exhibit_B-1_Rate_Sheet.xlsm

This is a rate sheet submission form for bio-hazardous pharmaceutical and medical waste pick-up and disposal services issued by the California Department of Veterans Affairs under Solicitation Number 26LS0003. The solicitation is restricted to small businesses (SB ONLY). Proposers are required to submit pricing for two primary service categories: monthly biohazard medical waste and pharmaceutical waste pick-up with an estimated frequency of 36 annual visits at 80 pounds per service, and unscheduled or emergency pick-up services with an estimated frequency of 12 annual visits at 80 pounds per service. The rate sheet must be completed in full with dollar amounts provided for price per pound for each service category, with failure to indicate a cost understood as providing the service at no charge. The completed form requires company name, representative name and signature, and must be transmitted via email in accordance with solicitation instructions. Award will be based on the lowest responsible quote among compliant submissions.

Pricing shall be quoted on a per-pound basis for each service line item, with the proposer's rates becoming binding for the full term of the agreement upon award. The State makes no guarantee regarding actual service volumes required, as utilization is subject to change based on the Veterans Affairs facility's operational needs. All proposers must submit the mandatory rate sheet as part of their proposal package to be considered for contract award.