Regulated (hazardous & non-hazardous chemical) Waste Management

Auburn University is seeking a turnkey service provider for regulated waste management through a Request for Proposal (RFP) targeting the comprehensive handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemical waste. The solicitation, identified as bid AU-2024-0000731, requires a contractor to manage the full lifecycle of chemical waste, including segregation, packaging, transportation, treatment, recycling, and disposal from campus locations. Proposals must comply with all federal, state, and local regulations applicable to a large quantity hazardous waste generator. The RFP evaluation will be multi-faceted, with pricing accounting for 50% of the proposal, contractor history and past performance weighing 45%, and proposal completeness representing 5%. Specific evaluation factors include permitted treatment and disposal facilities, personnel competence, cradle-to-grave compliance, and relevant experience. The proposal submission deadline is January 31, 2024, at 10:30 AM CST, with proposals to be submitted through the JAGGAER Sourcing Event Portal. The contract term is initially one year, with potential renewal options for up to four additional years, and a tentative effective date of March 1, 2024.

The university demonstrates a commitment to small business participation, requiring contractors to make efforts to utilize small and small disadvantaged business (SB & SDB) suppliers during contract performance. Waste volumes from the previous fiscal year indicate approximately 11,575 pounds of lab pack waste and 30,899 pounds of bulk drum waste across various hazard classes, including unique streams like additive manufacturing metal powder waste from 3D printing and potentially shock-sensitive or temperature-sensitive chemicals. Payment terms are set at 0% 0, Net 30, and Auburn University reserves the right to award the contract in whole or in part based on the best interests of the institution. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the waste management services and the significant annual waste volume suggest a substantial contract value. The bid opening will be conducted publicly via conference call, with only vendor names being read aloud, reflecting the complexity of the evaluation process beyond simple price comparison.