Building garbage and trash removal services.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for a Blanket Purchase Order (BPO) for garbage and trash removal services, specifically focused on disposal of inedible canned food. The procurement (Bid Number 1M210827) seeks a vendor to haul approximately 400,000 units daily within a 50-mile radius of the Terrell Canning Plant & Potato Warehouse located in Rosharon, Texas. Bid submissions are due on March 31, 2025, at 3 P.M., with preferred electronic submission via bids@tdcj.texas.gov and a requirement for one original signed hard copy. The initial contract term will run from the date of award through August 31, 2025, with an option for one additional year renewal. Bidders must comply with numerous state requirements, including Texas Bidder eligibility, non-delinquency certifications, and vendor restrictions. Vendors will be evaluated based on their ability to meet specific security procedures for correctional facilities, undergo background checks, and adhere to strict staff conduct guidelines.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders must be prepared to handle public information requests, agree to contract performance terms, and potentially eliminate existing debt. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, bidders must meet comprehensive qualification criteria, including compliance with state procurement regulations, provision of Texas and federal identification numbers, and adherence to ethical standards. The solicitation suggests vendors should be prepared to offer payment discounts and demonstrate capability to manage waste disposal services in a correctional facility environment. Though a precise award value is not specified, the procurement indicates a substantial volume of daily waste disposal services, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. Vendors must also be prepared to integrate with existing TDCJ infrastructure and follow strict protocols for contractor engagement within correctional facility settings.