IFB Scrap Metal Recycle Services, San Bernardino & Riverside Counties

Caltrans is seeking a contractor for an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to provide on-call scrap metal and aluminum collection and recycling services across San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. The procurement involves collecting, removing, and recycling scrap metal from various Caltrans Maintenance Stations using the contractor's labor, materials, equipment, and transportation. The contract will span three years, commencing on November 15, 2024, and expiring on November 14, 2027. Bids are due by November 26, 2024, at 2:00 pm Pacific Time, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key requirements include possessing a valid Motor Carrier Permit from the California Department of Motor Vehicles and the ability to perform recycling services on an as-needed basis. The contractor will be compensated based on a percentage of the scrap metal market price, with Caltrans receiving a portion of the revenue.

The procurement includes special provisions for small businesses and disadvantaged enterprises, specifically offering a Small Business or Micro Business preference of 5% and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program. Caltrans reserves the right to conduct audits to verify payment accuracy and can terminate the contract for default or with 30 days' notice. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the compensation structure will be tied to the market value of recycled scrap metal. The solicitation covers multiple jurisdictions including San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Lake Riverside CDP, Riverside City, and San Bernardino City. Interested vendors should note that for an accessible version of the solicitation documents, they can request information by emailing ADAdocs@dot.ca.gov or calling (833) 713-2922.