ITB – Emergency Services for Debris Hauling and Operation of Debris Management Sites for Harris County (FEMA)

Harris County is soliciting bids for Emergency Services for Debris Hauling and Operation of Debris Management Sites through a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funded procurement. The contract is for a one-year term beginning approximately February 1, 2025, with potential for up to four additional one-year renewals. Vendors must have completed at least one project removing a minimum of two million cubic yards of disaster-generated debris and possess a bonding capacity of $200 million or greater. The services encompass comprehensive disaster debris removal operations, including clearing roadways, collecting and transporting various debris types (vegetative, construction and demolition, white goods, electronics), managing debris management sites, and implementing quality control, safety, and environmental protection measures. Key requirements include providing performance and payment bonds, maintaining specific insurance coverages, complying with prevailing wage rates, and adhering to federal, state, and local regulations. The pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. CST, with bids due on December 1, 2025, to be submitted through the Bonfire platform.

The procurement strongly emphasizes Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation, with detailed guidelines and compliance requirements for trucking firms and subcontractors. Harris County encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises, Women Business Enterprises, Historically Underutilized Businesses, and Section 3 Business Concerns. The county has established a minimum wage policy of $21.65 per hour for contract workers, with annual adjustments. Vendors must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating their capabilities, including proof of FEMA certifications, claims experience, and detailed project histories. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract includes provisions for annual Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) adjustments capped at 4%. Though an exact award value is not specified, the comprehensive requirements and extensive documentation suggest a significant contract scope, with the potential for substantial financial commitment depending on emergency debris removal needs.