HSR24-63 As-Needed Trash Abatement Services Re-Bid #2

The California High-Speed Rail Authority (HSRA) has issued a Re-Bid #2 Invitation for Bids (IFB) HSR24-63 for As-Needed Trash Abatement Services across multiple Central Valley jurisdictions, including Fresno County, Kern County, Kings County, Madera County, Merced County, Tulare County, and associated cities and census-designated places. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive trash collection, hauling, and disposal services at Authority properties, with services to be performed by a minimum of two employees during regular business hours (7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday) and after-hours periods. Bidders must demonstrate capabilities in multiple specialized waste management areas, including hazardous substance removal, asbestos abatement, construction clean-up, lead removal, hazardous materials transportation, and trauma scene waste management. The contract term is from June 1, 2025, or upon contract approval through April 30, 2027, with a potential twelve-month extension option. Interested vendors must submit comprehensive bid responses by May 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a virtual bid opening scheduled for the same date and time, and must provide extensive documentation including various professional certifications and licenses.

The procurement includes a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goal of 3% for bids of $10,000 or more, with potential bid incentives ranging from 3% to 5% based on DVBE participation levels. Bidders must provide proof of required licenses, registrations, and certifications, and comply with prevailing wage requirements. While a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the bid includes provisions for hourly rates during normal business hours (350 estimated hours) and after-hours services (50 estimated hours), along with additional costs for safety training and a kick-off meeting. The opportunity appears designed to accommodate small to mid-sized waste management and environmental services contractors with specific expertise in hazardous and non-hazardous waste removal, particularly those meeting DVBE qualifications. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate robust operational capabilities, appropriate licensing, comprehensive insurance coverage, and the ability to perform specialized waste management services across multiple Central Valley jurisdictions.