C5612951-D, Rebid 1 Recycling Services

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered C5612951-D, Rebid 1, seeking comprehensive recycling services for three specific correctional facilities: Heman G. Stark Youth Correctional Facility, Ironwood State Prison, and California State Prison, Solano. The procurement requires a contractor to collect, remove, and transport recyclable materials including wood pallets, metal, cardboard, plastics, glass, and other recyclables from these facilities to designated recycling centers. Bidders may submit proposals for one or more locations and are not required to bid on all sites. The contract will run from the date of approval through January 31, 2027, with a pricing structure that includes service fees, fee-for-service items, and reimbursable materials. Evaluation will be conducted using a lowest responsible bidder standard, with each location having a total basis of award that includes a 25% allocation for additional as-needed services. The bid is due on August 26, 2025, and bidders must complete all highlighted cells in the rate sheet, with zero dollar amounts not being acceptable. Specific pricing requirements include the option for contractors to offer a discount of at least 1% for invoices paid within 30 days.

The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses, microbusinesses, and disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBEs), with potential incentives available for these designated business types. Bidders must provide detailed documentation, including a completed Bidder Declaration, rate sheets, and various certifications to verify their commercially useful function. The state will require verification of each bidder's business classification and may apply bid preferences accordingly. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract allows for flexibility in service volumes, with the state reserving the right to adjust work quantities throughout the contract term. Contractors will be responsible for all associated costs, including transportation, personnel, equipment, permits, and other expenses necessary to provide the specified recycling services. The procurement emphasizes that quantities listed are estimates only, and contractors must be prepared to pick up all recyclable materials regardless of individual material profitability. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate capability to handle recyclable materials from correctional facilities efficiently and in compliance with all relevant regulations.