Pickup and Disposal of Dead Animals for Yoakum District (Highway District 13)

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), specifically for the Yoakum District (Highway District 13), is soliciting bids for a contract focused on the Pickup and Disposal of Dead Animals. This procurement opportunity requires vendors to register through the Bonfire website and submit proposals by April 9, 2025, with the primary contact being Brent Haverlah, who can be reached at Brent.Haverlah@txdot.gov or 210-615-6211. The solicitation (Ref #: 601320000066134) involves comprehensive dead animal removal services along highway routes within the Yoakum District, with vendors expected to demonstrate capability in efficient and sanitary animal carcass collection and disposal. TxDOT will utilize the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) code system to evaluate and select qualified vendors from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL). Potential respondents must ensure they have appropriate NIGP class and item codes selected and maintain current vendor information. The procurement process includes an optional Early Payment Program that offers prioritized invoice processing and potential cash advancement benefits for enrolled vendors.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, TxDOT encourages new suppliers to apply to the CMBL to expand bidding opportunities. The solicitation appears open to various vendors capable of meeting the technical and operational requirements for dead animal pickup and disposal services. New vendors are recommended to complete the CMBL registration process, which will enable participation in this and future TxDOT contracting opportunities. The document does not specify an exact contract value or budget range for this specific procurement. Vendors interested in responding must carefully review all submission requirements, ensure compliance with TxDOT's vendor registration protocols, and demonstrate technical competence in highway dead animal management services. The procurement appears designed to establish a reliable, efficient service contract for maintaining highway cleanliness and public safety through systematic animal carcass removal.