Certified SB, including MB, SB-PW, or a DVBE Only** IFPQ - Portable Toilet and Septic Tank Maintenance Services in Solano and Sacramento Counties

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) #04A7307 for Portable Toilet and Septic Tank Maintenance Services in Solano and Sacramento Counties. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive pumping and disposal services for state-owned portable toilets and septic tanks at five specific locations: Rio Vista Bridge, Real McCoy II Ferry, J-Mack Ferry, Three Mile Slough Bridge, and Mokelumne Bridge. Services include biweekly servicing of portable toilets and as-needed pumping of septic tanks at three bridge locations (Isleton, Steamboat Slough, and Paintersville). The contract is scheduled to commence on October 1, 2025, or upon Department of General Services approval, and will expire on September 30, 2028. Service hours are Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., with emergency services available 24/7. Bidders must submit detailed price quotes with unit prices, and the total contract amount will be determined by actual services rendered. Contractors must be licensed to do business in California, possess a valid Motor Carrier Permit, and comply with specific requirements including insurance, California Civil Rights Laws Certification, and Senate Bill 1383 for organic waste recycling.

The procurement is specifically set aside for certified Small Businesses (SB), including Micro Businesses (MB), with a preference for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE). The contract is valued under $250,000 and will be awarded to a qualified small business. The solicitation includes estimated quantities of 134 services for septic tank pumping and 400 services for portable toilet maintenance. Potential contractors must meet several key qualifications, including holding appropriate state licenses, possessing Motor Carrier Permits from the California Department of Motor Vehicles, and demonstrating compliance with state civil rights laws. The procurement requires strict adherence to regulatory requirements, including proper waste disposal and environmental regulations. Interested firms must carefully review all documentation and ensure they meet the specific certification and operational requirements outlined in the solicitation. The competitive bidding process will evaluate submissions based on compliance with specifications, pricing, and the ability to meet the detailed service requirements for portable toilet and septic tank maintenance across the specified county locations.