CATS Contract for Environmental Services

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Facilities department is requesting proposals for environmental services and emergency response to spill prevention and response in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area, with proposals due August 18, 2026.

The scope encompasses scheduled and expedited response to cleanup and disposal of solid and liquid hazardous and non-hazardous materials at CATS facilities and operational locations, with rapid emergency response capability for spills. Contractors must demonstrate experience in hazardous waste management, possess appropriate certifications and licenses, maintain adequate equipment and personnel, and comply with federal and state environmental regulations. The solicitation requires contractors to establish specific response times for both routine and emergency service calls, perform waste characterization and transportation, and manage final disposition of materials. Insurance coverage and safety protocols are among the specified requirements.

The contract is structured for multi-year service with anticipated renewal options. All proposals must be submitted electronically through the City of Charlotte's Bonfire Procurement Portal at https://charlottenc.bonfirehub.com/login. Questions are submitted through the Vendor Discussions section of the portal. The City recommends submission at least one business day before the August 18 deadline. Technical support is available from the Bonfire support team at 1-800-354-8010. The portal is accessible via Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox with Javascript and browser cookies enabled.