IFB 32A0653 Trash Services in Alameda County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 32A0653 for comprehensive trash services in Alameda County, specifically for the Division of Equipment, Shop 4 located in San Leandro. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide on-call trash collection, hauling, and disposal services, which includes furnishing and servicing multiple waste containers: two 3-cubic yard bins for general trash and debris, one 3-cubic yard bin for recyclables, one 30-cubic yard bin for wood waste, and one 96-gallon bin for organic waste. Contractors must possess a valid Motor Carrier Permit from the California Department of Motor Vehicles and demonstrate compliance with organic waste recycling regulations under Senate Bill 1383. The bid is due on May 15, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with a proposed award date of May 22, 2025, and a contract term spanning from June 15, 2025, to June 14, 2028. Evaluation will include unit pricing for each container type, with services to be performed during normal working hours and potential emergency service requirements outside standard business hours.

The solicitation includes provisions for small business preferences, offering a potential 5% bid adjustment for certified small or micro businesses, though Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation is not mandatory. While a 5% DVBE incentive may be applied, there are no strict set-aside requirements for specific enterprise types. The total contract amount will be determined based on the unit rates submitted by the winning bidder, with services rendered on an as-needed basis. The procurement covers jurisdictions including Alameda County, San Francisco City, and Alameda City, suggesting potential broad geographic service requirements. Contractors should be prepared to provide all necessary labor, trash bins, equipment, and incur associated costs, fees, and taxes related to collection and disposal services. The solicitation emphasizes flexibility in service delivery and comprehensive waste management capabilities across multiple waste streams.