Hazardous Materials Management Training

Pinellas County Department of Solid Waste (DSW) has issued Invitation to Quote #23-00048-Q for comprehensive Hazardous Materials Management Training, seeking a qualified vendor to provide multiple specialized training programs. The procurement encompasses four primary training courses: 40-hour and 8-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training, U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Hazmat Transportation training, and Florida Department of Transportation Temporary Traffic Control Intermediate training. Training will be delivered both virtually and on-site, with estimated attendance of 20 participants for 40-hour HAZWOPER and 240 participants for 8-hour annual refresher courses. The solicitation was released on December 1, 2022, with responses due by December 16, 2022, at 2:00 pm, and the contract is anticipated to span three years with potential 12-month extension. Vendor requirements include providing certified trainers, comprehensive course materials, attendance tracking, and completion certificates, with vendors expected to meet specific regulatory compliance standards.

The procurement includes a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program that provides first opportunity to qualified firms located in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Manatee Counties for contracts under $100,000. SBE eligibility criteria include annual sales not exceeding $3 million for goods/services or $8 million for construction, and a three-year average of no more than 50 employees. Vendors must comply with additional requirements such as E-Verify participation, specific insurance provisions, and public records management regulations. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated, the comprehensive training requirements suggest a substantial contract value covering multiple training sessions across various specialized courses. The solicitation emphasizes vendor qualifications, regulatory compliance, and the ability to deliver high-quality, specialized safety training for county solid waste management personnel across multiple disciplines.