P029725F.pdf

This is a Scope of Work document issued by the State of California, Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle), for the development and implementation of a comprehensive waste characterization study. The project involves analyzing the composition and generation rates of solid waste streams across California to support policy development and environmental planning initiatives. The study requires detailed sampling, sorting, and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial waste materials, with deliverables including a final characterization report, data documentation, and recommendations for waste reduction strategies. The contract term is anticipated to be 24 months from the notice to proceed, with potential renewal options for an additional 12 months based on performance and funding availability. Interested bidders must submit proposals by the specified due date, with a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled to allow potential contractors to clarify project requirements and site conditions.

Pricing for this contract is to be submitted on a time-and-materials basis with a not-to-exceed amount, subject to CalRecycle's approval of all proposed rates and staffing plans. The project is funded through California's waste diversion and recycling program budget, with the total estimated project value not disclosed in the scope. No specific small business or disadvantaged business set-asides are identified in this document. The incumbent contractor information is not referenced, suggesting this may be a new contracting initiative or a re-compete situation. Bidders should anticipate compliance with all state procurement regulations, prevailing wage requirements, and environmental compliance standards throughout the contract performance period.