Debris Removal

The University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW) is soliciting bids for emergency debris removal services on an as-needed basis following natural disasters including hurricanes, tornadoes, and severe weather, with bids due October 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET and public opening via Zoom at 3:00 p.m. ET the same day. Written questions are due October 14, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET.

The scope includes removal of hanging limbs, tree stumps, and vegetation blocking traffic right-of-way on UNCW property, with required expertise in FEMA requirements for debris management and documentation. Pricing shall be submitted on a per-cubic-yard basis for disposal at an approved facility within fifteen miles of the university, with fees inclusive of all labor, equipment, fuel, traffic control, and associated collection and transportation costs. Vendors must complete all required attachments including pricing schedules, financial certifications, FEMA compliance certifications, and worker location documentation.

The initial contract term is three years from execution, with the State retaining the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms, with written notice of renewal intent due no later than thirty days before the end of each term. The incumbents are Ceres Environmental and TFR Enterprises, Inc., with services expiring November 30, 2026. UNCW intends to award contracts to multiple vendors but reserves the right to make separate awards for individual line items, decline to award specific items, or cancel the solicitation entirely.

Potential federal funding triggers compliance requirements under 2 CFR Part 200 and FEMA regulations, including debarment/suspension verification, equal employment opportunity, contract work hours and safety standards, and clean air and water act compliance. Vendors must register with the North Carolina Secretary of State, maintain valid vendor status through the eVP, comply with E-Verify requirements for employees, and may be subject to background checks at vendor expense. Award is anticipated by November 15, 2026.