Bio-Hazardous Waste Disposal

The City of Tucson is seeking a qualified contractor to manage bio-hazardous waste disposal services for various police and city facilities in Pima County, Arizona. The Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 250054 requires a comprehensive waste management solution involving the safe collection, transportation, and disposal of bio-hazardous materials generated across multiple locations, including the Evidence, Property, and Identification Center (EPIC), Crime Laboratory, Downtown Division Headquarters, and four police substations. The contractor must provide 44-gallon OSHA-compliant containers and manage waste collection with service frequencies ranging from bi-weekly to bi-annual. Key requirements include strict adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and DOT guidelines, with mandatory emergency response capabilities within 24 hours. The evaluation criteria will focus on the contractor's method of approach, qualifications, experience, and pricing. The proposal was published on January 8, 2025, with a mandatory pre-submittal meeting scheduled for January 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams, and a final submittal deadline of January 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM local Arizona time.

The contract will have an initial one-year term with options to extend for up to four additional one-year periods. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the contract documents include provisions related to minority and women business enterprise participation guidelines, suggesting potential preferences for diverse contractors. The pricing table indicates a comprehensive service approach covering 31 containers with lids, 2 glass disposal containers, and 33 sets of casters across multiple locations. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the contract allows for flexible pricing and potential additional services such as annual mock OSHA inspections and safety training. The City of Tucson reserves the right to award multiple contracts or reject any or all submissions. Contractors must comply with various federal regulations, including American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) terms and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements, which involve extensive compliance checks, certifications, and potential civil penalties for non-compliance.