IFB Encampment

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB #07A6235) for Encampment Site Waste Removal and Cleanup Services across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. The contract is an as-needed service agreement spanning three years, from December 15, 2025, to December 14, 2028, with potential awards to up to two bidders. Contractors will be responsible for collecting, removing, transporting, and legally disposing of environmentally regulated, biological, and hazardous waste materials from state routes and right-of-way areas. Extensive qualifications are required, including a Class A General Engineering Contractor License, Hazardous Substances Removal Certification, Hazardous Materials Transportation License, Trauma Scene Waste Management Practitioner Certificate, and multiple hazardous waste handling permits. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 6, 2025, in Camarillo, with bid submissions due by November 13, 2025, and an anticipated award date of November 20, 2025. Bidders must demonstrate comprehensive waste management capabilities, including proper documentation, transportation, and disposal of various waste types encountered during encampment site cleanups.

The solicitation emphasizes small business participation, with Caltrans establishing a 25% Small Business (SB) participation goal. While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation is not mandatory, bidders can receive a potential 5% incentive for DVBE involvement. Prevailing wage requirements apply for bid amounts exceeding $15,000, adding another layer of compliance for potential contractors. The bid proposal includes detailed pricing schedules for personnel, equipment, materials, and disposal services, with compensation structured around actual hours worked and items used during cleanup operations. Contractors must possess multiple certifications, including Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training, Confined Space Entry Certification, and various state and federal hazardous materials handling credentials. The contract covers jurisdictions including Los Angeles County, Ventura County, Los Angeles City, East Los Angeles CDP, and Lake Los Angeles CDP, providing comprehensive coverage for encampment site waste removal services across the region.