DOTD Weigh Station Solid Waste Disposal

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a contractor to provide solid waste disposal services for 11 weigh station locations across the state through Request for Bid (RFx) No. 3000025037. The procurement covers container rental and waste disposal services for weigh stations in multiple parishes, including Caddo, East Feliciana, Tangipahoa, and Washington. Specific requirements include weekly container pickup services between 6:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., with container sizes ranging from 2-cubic-yard to 4-cubic-yard at locations in Hammond, Breaux Bridge, Delta, Greenwood, Kentwood, and Starks. The initial contract term is twelve months, beginning on the award date or 08/15/2025 (whichever is later), with potential extension options up to a total of thirty-six months. Bids must be submitted electronically to alice.smith@la.gov by 11:59 PM CST on 07/07/2025, with bidders required to quote unit prices and complete vendor registration in LaPAC prior to award. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder complying with all bid specifications, with potential for award to be made separately, grouped, or all-or-none based on location.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with comprehensive insurance requirements detailed in the attached Insurance Requirements document, which mandates specific coverages including Workers Compensation (minimum $1,000,000), Commercial General Liability ($2,000,000 annual aggregate), and Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit). Contractors must provide Certificates of Insurance and list the State of Louisiana and associated agencies as certificate holders. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the bid includes line items for container rentals, extra pickups, and delivery/pickup fees. Contractors must be prepared to protect, defend, and hold harmless the State of Louisiana from any claims or damages arising from their work. The comprehensive nature of the insurance and contract requirements suggests a rigorous vetting process for potential contractors, emphasizing the state's focus on risk management and service quality in waste disposal services for critical transportation infrastructure.