C25915001 Refuse Hauling and Disposal Services (Rebid)

The California Department of Parks and Recreation, Angeles District, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive refuse hauling and disposal services for multiple state parks and beaches, including Point Mugu State Park, Leo Carrillo State Park, and Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beaches (El Matador, La Piedra, and El Pescador). The solicitation (Contract Number C25915001) requires the selected vendor to manage all aspects of refuse collection and transportation, utilizing 3 and 40 cubic yard containers with varying pickup frequencies across different locations. Contractors must hold necessary permits for refuse pickup, hauling, and disposal within Los Angeles County and comply with state waste diversion mandates requiring a 50% diversion from landfills. The bid is structured as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with a due date of October 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and a contract period spanning January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027. Potential bidders must submit all questions and requests for clarification by October 22, 2025, after which the Department will issue a formal addendum with written responses. Key requirements include performing services between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, including weekends and holidays, and providing all necessary labor, materials, tools, and equipment.

The procurement opportunity includes several notable provisions for small and disadvantaged businesses, with a Small Business Preference program offering a 5% bidding preference for certified small businesses or those subcontracting 25% or more to certified small businesses. While the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement has been waived, incentives for DVBE firms remain applicable. The contract allows for potential one-year renewal and includes provisions for rate adjustments. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage with a $1,000,000 combined single limit liability and submit detailed documentation, including a commercially useful function certification. No minimum service usage is guaranteed, and the state reserves the right to increase, decrease, or eliminate service items. Bidders must complete all line items in the cost sheets, with blank or incomplete entries potentially rendering the bid non-responsive. The solicitation does not specify a precise award value or budget range, suggesting a competitive bidding process where pricing will be a critical evaluation factor.