7840610000, Landfill, Disposal

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), specifically the Bucks County Maintenance Office, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide landfill and transfer facilities for solid waste disposal services. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) aims to establish a contract for municipal and residual waste disposal, with PennDOT utilizing its own trucks and current waste hauler permits to transport and dump waste during normal business hours. The contract will run from the date of issuance until June 30, 2026, with two optional one-year renewals possible by mutual consent. Contractors must provide weight slips/tickets for each load and submit an all-inclusive price per ton for two specific pay items: Municipal Solid Waste Disposal and Residual Waste Disposal. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest cost provider that meets responsiveness and responsibility requirements. Key deliverables include monthly OS-501 service confirmation reports and invoices, with potential contract rate increases up to 3% during renewal terms. The solicitation was posted on July 11, 2025, with proposals due by July 25, 2025.

This procurement opportunity is exclusively reserved for small businesses certified through the Department of General Services (DGS) Small Business Contracting Program. Contractors must complete several mandatory certifications, including the Domestic Workforce Utilization Certification, which requires specifying the percentage of direct labor performed within the United States or WTO Government Procurement Agreement countries. Additionally, vendors must submit a Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form, demonstrating compliance with 13 specific state labor and workforce safety laws. The contract includes provisions for potential contract termination and three-year bidding ineligibility if false information is provided. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract will be priced on a per-ton basis for waste disposal, covering disposal fees, environmental fees, surcharges, and miscellaneous expenses. PennDOT reserves the right to not execute renewal options and may extend the contract up to 90 days if necessary, providing flexibility in the procurement process.