Hazardous, chemical, medical waste removal and disposal

Gallup-McKinley County Schools (GMCS) is seeking a comprehensive hazardous, chemical, and medical waste removal and disposal contract through Invitation to Bid (ITB-2026-04GH) in McKinley County, New Mexico. The procurement aims to establish a firm fixed-price, indefinite quantity contract for waste management services across approximately 36 district sites, with a contract term running through June 30, 2026 and potential three-year renewal options. Services include removal, transportation, and disposal of diverse waste streams such as fluorescent lamps, ballasts, e-waste, batteries, used oil, laboratory chemicals, and medical waste, with strict compliance requirements for federal, state, and local regulations. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 9, 2025, at 10:00 am MDT, with bids due by September 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time. Vendors must demonstrate three years of business experience, provide comprehensive insurance coverage (including $2,000,000 in Commercial General Liability and $1,000,000 in Automobile Liability), and submit detailed pricing for various waste categories, labor classifications, and service components.

The procurement opportunity includes New Mexico Resident Preference provisions, allowing businesses with valid Resident Preference Certificates potential advantages in bidding. Resident Veteran-owned businesses may qualify for a 10% preference discount, with specific requirements including prior year revenue under $3 million and verified veteran business ownership. The district reserves the right to make multiple awards and can potentially extend contract usage to other government entities through a cooperative procurement agreement. While no specific total contract value is explicitly stated, the comprehensive waste management scope suggests a significant potential annual investment. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the GMCS Bonfire eBidding portal, with no fax, email, or hardcopy proposals accepted. The contract is contingent upon funding availability and compliance with the New Mexico Procurement Code, with GMCS maintaining flexibility to adjust location lists and service requirements as needed.