Grease Trap and Septic Clean Out Service

Pima County, Arizona is soliciting bids for a Grease Trap and Septic Clean Out Service contract (IFB-2500007368) to provide comprehensive maintenance services for multiple county facilities. The procurement seeks a contractor capable of servicing 23 specific locations across Pima County, including parks, community centers, pools, and specialized facilities with a total of 17 tanks requiring regular maintenance. The contract will have an initial one-year term with four potential one-year renewals, with services to be delivered through as-needed delivery orders. Contractors must have a minimum of three years of experience performing these services and possess a valid business license. Key service requirements include thoroughly washing out tanks and associated vents after each service, operating during normal hours of Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and maintaining 24/7 emergency response capabilities with a two-hour response time. The bid is due on May 20th, 2025 at 11:00 AM local Tucson time, with a remote pre-bid conference scheduled for April 30th, 2025 at 10:00 AM. Pricing will be determined on a unit price basis, with the county making no guarantees about actual order quantities.

Small businesses may receive additional consideration through a 5% bid preference if they submit a current City of Tucson Small Business Enterprise (SBE) certification with their bid. The solicitation allows for potential price escalation after the initial contract term, with contractors permitted one written price escalation request per term. Service locations span multiple zip codes including 85321, 85736, 85747, and others, covering a diverse geographic area within Pima County. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract appears designed to provide flexible, as-needed services across various county facilities. The procurement does not indicate any specific set-aside designations beyond the small business preference, and no incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation. Interested bidders will need to demonstrate technical capability, relevant experience, and compliance with the detailed service specifications outlined in the invitation for bid.