C24915013 Chemical Toilet, Septic Tank Pumping and Disposal Services

The California Department of Parks and Recreation, Angeles District, is soliciting bids for chemical toilet, septic tank pumping, and disposal services across multiple state park locations in Los Angeles County. The contract (C24915013) covers services for Los Angeles State Historic Park, Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook, Malibu Creek State Historic backcountry, Will Rogers State Historic Park, Topanga State Park, and several additional sites including Trippet Ranch, Mush Ranch Campground, and Santa Susana locations. Key deliverables include maintaining portable chemical toilet units, performing septic tank pumping, and providing disposal services with varying frequencies ranging from weekly to monthly across different park locations. The contract period spans from June 1, 2025, to January 31, 2027, with bids due on June 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including California civil rights law compliance and contractor certification clauses, with service requirements including both regular chemical toilets and handicapped accessible units, as well as the ability to provide additional toilets and hand washing stations for scheduled park events.

The procurement includes small business preference provisions, offering a potential 5% bidding advantage for certified small businesses or those subcontracting 25% of work to certified small businesses. While a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program exists, the participation requirement is waived for this specific solicitation. The bid form is structured to allow contractors to provide pricing for regular services, additional chemical toilets, and supplemental services, with the state reserving the right to increase, decrease, or eliminate items as needed. The current bid sheets show estimated total costs marked as $0.00, indicating a placeholder for bidder pricing. Quantities are noted as estimates, providing flexibility for both the contractor and the state parks system. Specific service requirements vary by location, with some sites requiring multiple septic tank pumpings per year and different toilet service frequencies. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the contract suggests a substantial procurement covering multiple park locations and service needs.