2526-08 Emergency Response (ER) Solicitation

This informal solicitation, designated 2526-08 Emergency Response (ER) Solicitation, is issued by the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda, Office of Collaborative Court Services, seeking qualified vendors to provide hazardous waste response and removal services across six geographical areas of California. The services encompass response to and removal of hazardous waste and hazardous substances from illegal drug labs, off-highway emergency response services, and natural and man-made disaster-related hazardous waste removal, including wildfires, floods, earthquakes, and train derailments. Qualified contractors must demonstrate a minimum of two years of experience in the proposed service area and must verify they are not listed on federal debarred parties databases. Evaluation criteria include technical capability, cost, and acceptance of terms and conditions on a 100-point scale, with proposals required to achieve a minimum score of 70 points for consideration. The procurement employs a rolling four-round proposal process with deadlines on October 21, 2025; January 28, 2026; April 29, 2026; and August 5, 2026, all at 2:00 PM Pacific Time, with question deadlines preceding each round by approximately three weeks and evaluation periods estimated within one week of closure.

The solicitation offers potential advantages for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) certified organizations, which may receive an incentive of 5 evaluation points. While the RFP document does not identify incumbent vendors or current contractors, it does not appear to restrict participation to any specific organization types, allowing for broad competition. The contract term remains to be determined with options to extend on an annual basis through September 29, 2028. Contractors must submit both technical and cost proposals via email with detailed fee schedules reflecting all proposed services. All invoices will be processed within 45 days of receipt and approval by the Court's Project Manager, with monthly submissions in arrears; the State of California will make all payments, and no advance payments are available. The specific award value or budget range for this solicitation has not been disclosed in the available documentation.