Incineration Services

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Crime Lab is seeking a blanket contract for Incineration Services to dispose of illicit substances. The contract will serve Travis County and multiple jurisdictions within the City of Austin. Vendors must have an incineration facility within Texas and comply with all applicable regulations. DPS personnel will deliver the contraband to the contractor's facility and witness the destruction of all materials. The service will be provided on a firm per pound basis, with potential minimum or maximum weight requirements per incineration event. Bids are due by March 4, 2024, and the contract term is 5 years, with the potential for a 6-month extension. DPS will evaluate bids based on best value, considering factors such as past performance, financial stability, and compliance with the solicitation requirements.

The solicitation includes a 26.0% Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting goal. Respondents must provide a HUB Subcontracting Plan detailing their good faith efforts in identifying and selecting HUB and non-HUB subcontractors. The contract does not grant exclusivity or a minimum amount of compensation, and DPS reserves the right to contract with other vendors. Pricing terms, funding sources, and incumbent contractors are not specified, but the services are expected to be funded through the DPS Crime Lab budget.