Biomedical Waste Removal and Supplies

Orange County, Florida is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive Biomedical Waste Removal and Supplies contract (Y23-1035) covering multiple county departments including Fire Rescue, Medical Examiner, Corrections, Youth and Family Services, Medical Clinic, Sexual Assault Treatment Center, and Animal Services. The procurement requires electronic submission through the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform, with responses due by 4:00 PM EST on December 7, 2023. Vendors must provide biomedical waste removal, disposal, and related supplies across five distinct service lots, with specific requirements for container types, quantities, and pickup frequencies at various county facilities. The initial contract term is one year, with potential for four additional one-year renewals, and deliverables include container rentals, waste pickups, and specialized medical waste disposal services. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on compliance with licensing, insurance, safety protocols, and adherence to federal and state regulations. The question submission deadline was October 26, 2023, at 5:00 PM, and potential bidders were required to create a free account on the OpenGov Platform to participate.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the solicitation indicates a competitive procurement process open to qualified vendors capable of meeting stringent technical and regulatory requirements. Pricing will be firm for the initial contract period, with potential Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) adjustments of up to 4% in subsequent years. The county has not committed to a minimum purchase amount and reserves the right to terminate the contract or seek alternative suppliers if performance is unsatisfactory. Although no incumbent vendor was identified, the contract includes comprehensive requirements such as e-verification of employee eligibility and maintenance of a drug-free workplace. While specific budget ranges were not detailed, the multi-departmental scope and multiple service lots suggest a potentially significant annual contract value. Technical support for the procurement process is available through the OpenGov Platform via chat, email (support@procurenow.com), or phone (1-855-680-4747) during business hours.