FY27 jehcc trash removal services

The Oklahoma Department of Corrections, procuring through the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) Central Purchasing division, is seeking responses for solid waste removal services at Jim E Hamilton Correctional Center in Hodgen, Oklahoma (Latimer County) under Solicitation EV00000937, with proposals due July 7, 2026.

The scope requires comprehensive solid waste hauling and disposal services, including weekly removal from a 30-yard compactor with additional pickups as needed. All waste must be disposed of at a state-approved Oklahoma landfill. Contractor employees must carry valid identification when removing solid waste and must comply with strict security and operational protocols established by the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, including background checks (minimum two-week lead time), PREA attestation for any employee with offender contact, prohibition on tobacco use across all facility property, vehicle and equipment security procedures, and facility security authorization. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of 36 months' experience providing similar waste removal services and complete an Executive Summary Worksheet, Bidder Reference Sheet, Third-Party Supplier Information form (if applicable), and pricing submission using the designated template.

The initial contract term is one year with zero renewal options, commencing from the final contract signature date. The resulting contract may be designated for statewide use under 74 O.S. 85.5(G)(3). Price submissions must be total firm fixed cost encompassing all fees, shipping, and expenses. Evaluation uses a best-value criterion considering price, past performance, and ability to supply services. Suppliers must maintain commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits of $2 million per occurrence and comply with E-Verify, anti-collusion, and Oklahoma Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act requirements. The state retains the right to terminate for convenience with 30 days' written notice or for cause immediately if security, confidentiality, or safety requirements are violated.