Beautification, Illegal Dumping, Heavy Trash/Tree Waste Collection, Litter Abatement, and Graffiti Abatement Services (District J)

The City of Houston is issuing an Informal Solicitation for comprehensive beautification, illegal dumping prevention and surveillance, heavy trash/tree waste collection, litter abatement, and graffiti abatement services across District J, with responses due August 7, 2026. Award will be made on lowest bid meeting scope requirements.

The scope encompasses weekly surveillance and sweeps across high-visibility areas, main thoroughfares, public spaces, parks, accessible ditches, and known illegal dumping hotspots throughout District J. Services include coordination with the District J Office and constituents on service requests, collaboration with law enforcement on illegal dumping investigations, maintenance of detailed incident records, rapid-response graffiti removal protocols, and comprehensive reporting and documentation of all services performed. The contractor must remediate any deficiencies identified during City inspections within 48 hours of notification.

The estimated contract value is not to exceed $80,000. The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses, waive minor informalities, and negotiate terms in its best interest.

The contractor must provide general liability insurance, automobile liability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance as required by the City of Houston. All personnel must wear high-visibility safety vests and appropriate personal protective equipment while performing services and must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and OSHA standards. Bidders must provide three references demonstrating past performance relevant to the scope of work. No site visits, bidders conferences, or renewal options are specified.