IFB_BAR-24-06_Questions___Answers.pdf

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IFB BAR-24-06 PART WASHERS AND HAZARDOUS REMOVAL SERVICES
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This is a Questions and Answers document for IFB BAR-24-06 from the California Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA), Business Services Office, regarding Part Washers and Hazardous Waste Removal services. The document addresses questions from prospective bidders for the hazardous waste removal contract. The timeline for award can be found in Section V of the IFB, though specific dates are not provided in this Q&A document.

The current incumbent is Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc. The contract does not require prevailing wage or performance bonds. Subcontractors are allowed on a limited basis for specialized services like bulk oil pumping/disposal, lithium batteries, and fluorescent light tubes, but the winning vendor cannot subcontract the entire scope of work. Waste containers are included in the Absorbent Recycling Service line item cost. International shipping of waste is permitted with proper compliance with U.S. and destination country regulations. The final contract value will be determined after award to the winning bidder. For information about current pricing or annual spend, interested parties must submit a Public Records Act (PRA) request to BSOadmin@dca.ca.gov.

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INVITATION FOR BID

Question and Answers

IFB BAR-24-06

Part Washers and Hazardous Waste Removal

12/23/2024

To: Prospective Bidders

Subject: Questions and Answers: IFB BAR-24-06

This will serve to inform all prospective bidders of the Questions and Answers for IFB BAR-24-06, entitled Part Washers and Hazardous Waste Removal services.

This Questions and Answers responds to the questions received from prospective bidders.

Question #1: Who is the current vendor / incumbent?

Answer #1: Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.

Question #2: Can we have the current contract copy?

Answer #2: Please submit a PRA Request to bsoadmin@dca.ca.gov

Question #3: Is prevailing wage included in this contract?

Answer #3: No, prevailing wage is not included.

Question #4: What is the Annual spent?

Answer #4: For information regarding the annual spent on the current or prior Agreement, please submit a PRA request to BSOadmin@dca.ca.gov.

Question #5: Could you please clarify if the CWS waste includes the container, or if you want us to quote it separately?

Answer #5: Please refer to Attachment 1, Bidders Cost Sheet, of the IFB. There is a line item labeled: Absorbent Recycling Service. The fee for waste containers are included in this line item.

Question #6: Are subcontractors allowed?

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Answer #6: Yes, on a limited basis such as bulk oil pumping / disposal or other specialized disposal items such as lithium batteries & fluorescent lights tubes. Winning vendor cannot subcontract / sublet the entire scope of work / services to another vendor.

Question #7 Who is the current contractor?

Answer #7: Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.

Question #8: Will you be posting the current contractor's pricing?

Answer #8: No, for current or prior Agreement information, please submit a PRA request to BSOadmin@dca.ca.gov.

Question #9: Confirming this is not to be quoted as prevailing wage?

Answer #9: No, prevailing wage is not included.

Question #10: Can the waste be shipped outside of the US?

Answer #10: Yes, you must comply with both the regulations of the United States and the destination country. You must ensure that the materials are properly packaged and labeled. You must track hazardous waste using a manifest that provides information about the waste’s final destination and its routing. Any hazardous waste exporter, as defined in California Code of Regulations, title 22, section 66262.81, must comply with the export standards established in California Code of Regulations, title 22, section 66262.83, as well as those in 40 Code of Federal Regulations, section 262.83. The necessary shipping documentation, contract information, and recordkeeping requirements for hazardous waste exports are explained in these regulations.

Question #11: Confirming there is not a bond required?

Answer #11: A bond is not required for this IFB.

Question #12: What is the value of the contract?

Answer #12: The value of the Agreement will be determined after the IFB is awarded to the winning bidder.

Question #13: When do you anticipate awarding this contract?

Answer #13: Please refer to the Time Schedule, Section V, of the IFB.

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