IFB - Trash Collection, Hauling, and Disposal Services in Los Angeles County

Caltrans is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive trash collection, hauling, and disposal services in Los Angeles County through an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. 07A6071). The procurement covers weekly trash collection services for multiple residential properties, specifically targeting eight different locations in the South Pasadena area. Contractors must furnish all necessary labor, tools, materials, supplies, trash bins, equipment, and handle associated disposal fees and taxes. Key qualifications include possessing a valid Motor Carrier Permit from the California Department of Motor Vehicles and compliance with organic waste recycling requirements under Senate Bill 1383. The solicitation requires bidders to submit various documentation, including a Bid Proposal, Bid/Bidder Certification Sheet, current Motor Carrier Permit, and Darfur Contracting Act Certification. Critical procurement dates include a bid submission deadline of April 24, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with a bid opening at 2:30 p.m. the same day, and an anticipated contract award around May 2, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with a performance period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028.

The procurement includes specific small business and diversity participation goals, with a Small Business (SB) participation target of 25% and a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive program offering a 5% bid advantage, though DVBE participation is not mandatory. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation encourages participation from small businesses and disabled veteran-owned enterprises. The total contract value is not definitively stated, but the comprehensive service requirements suggest a substantial procurement covering trash collection across multiple Los Angeles County locations. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability, regulatory compliance, and financial responsibility to be considered. The multi-year contract structure and specific service requirements indicate a significant commitment to efficient waste management services across various jurisdictions, including Los Angeles County, Santa Monica City, Lake Los Angeles CDP, Los Angeles City, and East Los Angeles CDP.