Pickup and Disposal of Expired Sanitizing Products

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB No. HHS0015605) for pickup and disposal of expired sanitizing products at two warehouse locations in Austin, Texas. The procurement involves removing and disposing of 97 total pallets of sanitizing materials, including 31 pallets of ethanol-based hand sanitizer and 7 pallets of alcohol-based wipes at the Human Services Warehouse, and 17 pallets of isopropyl alcohol-based sanitizer, 8 pallets of ethanol-based sanitizer, and 34 pallets of alcohol-based wipes at the Technology Warehouse. Bidders must have a minimum of two years relevant experience and possess specific qualifications, including an Industrial Solid Waste Registration Number, EPA identification number, and a permit for Episodic Hazardous Waste - Ignitable. The bid responses are due on December 17, 2024, at 10:30 AM CT, with questions accepted until December 10, 2024. The initial contract term will run from the award date through August 31, 2025, with a potential one-year extension option. Evaluation criteria will focus on best value to the state, considering factors such as meeting specifications, performance capabilities, and pricing. Contractors must provide three verifiable references from similar contracts within the past five years and demonstrate financial capability.

While a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan is not mandatory, bidders identifying subcontracting opportunities are encouraged to submit one. The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types beyond the technical qualifications. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability ($1M per occurrence), automobile liability ($1M), professional liability ($1M), and umbrella liability ($1M). Contractors must follow all local and federal regulations for hazardous materials disposal and provide proper documentation upon completion. The solicitation includes extensive compliance requirements outlined in Exhibit A Solicitation Affirmations, which covers various state-specific certifications including prohibitions on contracting with companies that boycott Israel or energy companies, cybersecurity training requirements, and cloud computing compliance. While no specific award value or budget range is explicitly stated, the pricing must be submitted in US Dollars using the Exhibit C Pricing Sheet, with firms required to provide an all-inclusive price for the specified services. The contractor will be responsible for safe and compliant disposal of the expired sanitizing products across both warehouse locations in Austin.