QBSP # 6000003067 - Refuse Removal, Disposal And Recycling Services for the Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) Facilities Located in New Jersey – Two-Year Contract

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has issued a Qualifications Based Selection Process (QBSP) solicitation, Number 6000003067, for refuse removal, disposal, and recycling services at Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) facilities located in New Jersey. This two-year contract seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive waste management services across multiple PATH stations in Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, and Harrison, with specific requirements for refuse collection, transportation, disposal, and recycling. Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of three years of relevant experience and submit a detailed Qualifications Evaluation Package (QEP) that includes company profiles, licenses, certifications, project experience, vehicle inventories, and safety documentation. The solicitation requires electronic submission through the Bonfire platform by November 5, 2025, with three separate file submissions: a completed QBSP book, a Cost Proposal, and a QEP. A pre-response meeting via MS Teams is scheduled for October 27, 2025, to provide additional project information. Evaluation criteria will likely include price, operational capability, experience, and compliance with service level agreements.

The solicitation includes civil rights compliance provisions ensuring opportunities for disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE), minority business enterprises (MBE), and woman-owned business enterprises (WBE) without discrimination. Respondents must provide comprehensive documentation, including current safety programs, OSHA inspection results, vehicle maintenance records, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration profiles, and insurance modification rates. Environmental documentation is also required, including sustainability policies, environmental manager credentials, and disclosure of any environmental violations. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract will be funded through the Port Authority's operational budget for facility maintenance and environmental services. The Port Authority reserves the right to request additional information, conduct interviews, and reject or waive submission defects. Contractors must demonstrate financial stability, appropriate waste management certifications, and the capacity to service all designated locations according to specified schedules and quality standards.