Hazardous Waste Pick-up and Disposal, Term Contact

The School Board of Marion County, Florida is requesting bids on hazardous waste pick-up and disposal services under ITB 4186MF, with responses due July 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and an anticipated award date of August 25, 2026.

The scope covers packaging, removal, transportation, and proper disposal of various hazardous waste materials from District schools and facilities throughout Marion County. Bidders must hold requisite licenses and certifications under Chapter 489 of Florida Statutes, provide Safety Data Sheets for hazardous materials, and comply with E-Verify requirements under Florida Statutes 448.095 and Level 2 screening requirements under Florida Statutes 1012.32 and 1012.465.

The contract term runs September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with potential renewal for three additional one-year periods by mutual agreement. Pricing must remain firm throughout the contract period and all renewal periods on an FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid basis, inclusive of standard commercial packaging. No bid bonds or performance bonds are required.

Awarded bidders must provide comprehensive insurance: Workers' Compensation with statutory limits, Commercial General Liability of $1 million per occurrence, Business Automobile Liability of $5 million per occurrence, Contractor Pollution Liability of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, and Product Liability of $1 million per occurrence. Insurance certificates must be submitted eleven days prior to Board approval.

Electronic bid submissions are required through www.myvendorlink.com. Proposals must include completed proposal forms, required certifications, Safety Data Sheets, proof of licenses and certifications, and a W-9 form. Questions are due July 16, 2026. The School Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive minor irregularities, award by item or group, designate primary and secondary suppliers, and utilize other state or local contracts if determined in the School Board's best interest.