Chemical and Hazardous Waste Collection, Transportation and Disposal Services for the Gulf Coast Region including the states of Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.

The Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is seeking potential contractors for Chemical and Hazardous Waste Collection, Transportation and Disposal Services across the Gulf Coast Region, specifically covering Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. This Sources Sought Notice is a Request for Information (RFI) designed to identify qualified sources capable of managing complex waste disposal requirements for DEA field offices and laboratories. Contractors must demonstrate expertise in handling various waste types, including ignitable, corrosive, reactive, toxic, sharps, bio-hazardous, medical solid waste, and pharmaceutical waste. Key qualifications include maintaining strict regulatory compliance, providing appropriate containers and labeling, offering comprehensive documentation and reporting services, and maintaining emergency response capabilities for chemical spills. The RFI responses are due by January 30th, 2025, and must be submitted to Ana.M.Villanueva@dea.gov, with potential contractors expected to possess appropriate security clearances and demonstrate relevant industry experience.

The procurement does not include a specific set-aside designation and will follow standard competitive bidding procedures. The contract structure encompasses a base year with four additional option years, covering multiple DEA, FBI, and law enforcement facilities across the five-state region. Contractors will be required to provide pricing per container size, with specific rates for small (5-gallon) and large (>5-gallon) containers across various waste categories, including mobilization charges and hourly rates for onsite time. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the notice, the comprehensive nature of the waste management services suggests a significant contract value. The NAICS code 562211 for Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal indicates this is a specialized procurement targeting firms with advanced environmental management capabilities. Potential bidders will likely need to demonstrate substantial technical expertise, robust logistical infrastructure, and a proven track record in managing complex hazardous waste collection and disposal operations.