Environmental and Hazardous Waste Pick Up

Contra Costa County Fleet Services Division is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide comprehensive Environmental and Hazardous Waste Pick Up services through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The procurement covers a wide range of waste management services including removal, collection, loading, transportation, and disposal of toxic waste such as oil and filters, wastewater, antifreeze, paint cans, chemicals, universal waste, tank cleaning, oil-water separator cleaning, and vacuum truck services. Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in environmental and hazardous waste pickup, possess current state licensing, and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations. Evaluation criteria will include company qualifications, project understanding, methodology, cost, and client references. The RFP requires electronic submission through BidNet by November 12, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. PST, with written questions due by November 5, 2025. The initial contract term is five years, with potential month-to-month continuation, and the award will be made to the highest-ranked proposer based on the established evaluation criteria.

The county encourages participation from Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and offers opportunities for various disadvantaged business classifications, including Minority Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises, and Local Business Enterprises. Firms can self-certify or provide documentation of prior certification from other agencies. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the Cost Worksheet indicates a unit-of-measure based pricing model for various waste types and services. Contractors must provide emergency response capabilities, with services expected to be completed within 1-2 business days and potential 24/7 availability. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability coverage of $500,000 for contracts under $500,000 or $1,000,000 for larger contracts, along with mandatory workers' compensation insurance. The county emphasizes environmentally responsible waste management, requiring zero-landfill disposal practices and strict EPA regulatory compliance. Subcontractors valued at $10,000 or more over twelve months will require prior written approval from the County Administrator.