RFI P2520003 NCR2 General Waste Clean-up Wildlife Area

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) P2520003 for a North Central Region 2 General Waste Clean-up Wildlife Area project spanning multiple California counties including Sutter, Sacramento, El Dorado, Yuba, San Joaquin, and others. The procurement seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive waste removal and disposal services, specifically targeting homeless encampments, illegal dumpsites, and unauthorized marijuana grows on CDFW-owned properties. Required contractor qualifications include HAZWOPER training, EPA hazardous waste handler ID, medical waste transporter certification, and a hazardous waste transporter license. The project demands a full-service team including a project manager, lead technician, bio-hazard personnel, operators/drivers, and laborers who can collect, transport, and legally dispose of various waste materials, including biological waste like syringes and needles. The RFI is seeking vendor feedback on industry standards, safety practices, and budgetary considerations to help CDFW develop a precise scope of work and budget. Responses are due by October 20, 2025, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, with the ultimate goal of supporting habitat restoration work by clearing potentially hazardous waste from wildlife areas.

The RFI does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, though the complexity of required certifications suggests only highly qualified environmental service providers can participate. Insurance requirements are substantial, including commercial general liability ($1M per occurrence), automobile liability ($1M), pollution liability ($1M), and workers' compensation ($1M), with the State of California to be listed as an additional insured. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract allows for potential advanced payments up to 25% for qualifying community-based private nonprofit agencies, subject to specific tracking and reporting requirements. The total contract amount is currently to be determined, with budget flexibility allowing line item shifts up to $25,000 or 10% of the annual agreement total, pending Contract Manager approval. Reimbursement will be based on actual services rendered, covering costs including labor, shipping, transportation, taxes, travel, parking, and other associated expenses. The draft documents suggest a comprehensive, flexible procurement approach aimed at selecting a vendor capable of handling complex waste removal operations across diverse wildlife areas in California.