Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste and Biosolids Disposal

The City of Buckeye, located in Maricopa County, Arizona, is seeking up to three contractors for non-hazardous liquid waste disposal and up to three contractors for biosolids disposal through Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 32600069. The procurement aims to secure disposal services for approximately 550,000 gallons of Arsenic and Fluoride sludge and 7,200 tons of biosolids byproduct annually. Contractors must have a minimum of five years of ownership and operation of waste removal equipment and services, and possess all required federal, state, and local licenses and permits. The evaluation criteria will be weighted as follows: Overall Capabilities of the Contractor (30%), Experience/Qualifications of Personnel (30%), Method of Approach (10%), and Pricing (30%). Key dates include a pre-submittal conference on September 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM MST, with proposals due electronically through the City of Buckeye's Procurement Portal on October 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM MST. The initial contract term is one year, with potential for up to four additional one-year renewals.

The RFP does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors will be responsible for all transportation and disposal fees, providing necessary personal protective equipment, and performing services at various water campus and wastewater reclamation facilities in Buckeye. The solicitation includes special provisions for handling potentially radioactive biosolids (Iodine-131), requiring specific documentation and disposal protocols. While the exact award value is not explicitly stated, the annual estimated quantities suggest a significant procurement opportunity. Proposals must adhere to strict page limitations and formatting requirements, and contractors must demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in waste disposal, including specialized handling of unique waste streams. The procurement aims to establish a robust and reliable waste disposal solution for the City of Buckeye's Water Resources Department.