Fax Bid* Medical Waste Removal -DOC

The Louisiana Department of Correction is soliciting bids for medical waste removal services specifically for the David Wade Correctional Center, with a procurement opportunity identified as RFx Number 3000024850. The contract will cover biweekly pickup and disposal of 28-gallon medical waste containers, with an estimated 425 total pickups anticipated over the contract period. Contractors must provide all necessary containers and bags that meet applicable regulatory requirements, including compliance with Louisiana Department of Health, Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, and Environmental Protection Agency standards. The initial contract term is one year, running from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with options to renew for two additional 12-month periods, potentially extending the total contract duration to 36 months. Bids are due on May 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, and can be submitted online through the LaPac system, by fax to (225) 342-9756, or delivered in person to the Claiborne Building in Baton Rouge. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, with the state reserving the right to reject individual line items. Bidders must be registered in the LaGov system and include a W-9 form if newly registered.

While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, contractors must possess a Medical/Potentially Infectious Waste Transporter Permit from the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals. Vendors are required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability, with specific minimum coverage amounts. The state intends to make payments electronically, utilizing the LaCarte procurement card for purchases under $5,000 and offering Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for other payments. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract will be funded from the next fiscal year's budget, subject to legislative appropriation. Contractors must comply with various state and federal requirements, including civil rights laws, ADA accessibility standards, and E-Verify provisions. The contract includes standard state procurement terms, such as potential immediate termination for cause and indemnification clauses. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to meet all technical and regulatory requirements for medical waste removal and disposal services.