Sources Sought Hazardous Waste.docx

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OR QUOTE.

This market survey/sources sought is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements described in this announcement. Prospective contractors responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in the future solicitation or contract award as this survey is for planning purposes only and may not result in a solicitation or contract. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

The applicable North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) Code is 562112 – Hazardous Waste Collection.

DESCRIPTION:

The U.S. Army Engineer and Research Development Center (ERDC), The disposal shall include individual chemicals used for research along with drums of contaminated liquids and solids. The requirement includes categorizing, packing, removal, and disposal of individual chemicals and drums and should include all hazardous waste transportation and disposal permits and disposal fees. The overall objective of this procurement is to acquire as service contract with contractor capabilities of full-service laboratory able to furnish all labor, materials and supplies to accomplish the taxonomic identification analyses identified in the attachment. The service must follow all EPA hazardous waste regulations and should include all hazardous waste permits and disposal fees. This requirement will not include personal services or inherently governmental functions.

Request:

Capability Statement “Only” that will outline the capabilities to fulfill the requirements.

REQUIREMENTS:

The US Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Environmental Laboratory (EL), requires means to dispose of hazardous waste generated from ongoing laboratory research. These research projects require the use of chemicals and contaminated water and soils which lead to the generation of liquid and solid wastes that must be disposed as hazardous material. Hazardous waste disposal is required for the removal of chemicals and hazardous waste generated by the EL research teams.

This service contract should include all labor, travel/transportation, materials & supplies, disposal fees and fuel adjustments required for hazardous waste removal and disposal. The removal and disposal of the hazardous waste must comply with all relevant EPA regulations.

If this requirement is issued, the government intends to issue an estimated period of performance of 12-months.

This notice does not constitute an Invitation for Bids (IFB), a Request for Quote (RFQ), or a Request for Proposal (RFP), and it should not be construed as a commitment of any kind by the government to issue a formal solicitation or to ultimately award a contract. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary. As noted, the U.S. Government is in no way liable to pay for or reimburse any company or entity that responds to this announcement. Any costs incurred by interested companies in response to this announcement will NOT be reimbursed by the government. Do not submit pricing information in response to this Sources Sought.

Interested contractors shall provide a capabilities statement that describes your company’s corporate knowledge, business size and relevant experience in providing the same or similar type business support services within the last five years either for the US Government or in private industry.

All information marked as proprietary information will be safeguarded to prevent disclosures to non-governmental personnel and entities. Your interest in this response is appreciated. Interested vendors should provide information regarding this announcement by email to Sonia Boyd at Sonia.j.boyd@usace.army.mil by 15 December 2022, 3:00pm CT.