RFP # CSUDH-RFP-00000724 ZERO WASTE COLLECTION & PROCESSING SERVICES

California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive waste collection and processing services through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP # CSUDH-RFP-00000724). The procurement specifically targets waste management services for three primary waste streams: commingled recyclables, organics (including food scraps and food-soiled paper), and residual discarded materials, with the explicit exclusion of hazardous, medical, and radioactive waste. Proposals will be electronically submitted through the CSUBUY system, with a firm deadline of 5:00 PM on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Interested firms must thoroughly review the RFP, with particular attention to Section 4 detailing the Scope of Work and Specifications. The university is looking for experienced waste management firms capable of handling multiple waste streams and potentially providing additional waste collection services on an as-needed basis. Potential bidders can obtain detailed project documentation by registering on the SciQuest platform and accessing the CSU Dominguez Hills campus dropdown, with technical questions directed to Rebeca Reyes, Contract Specialist III, via phone at (310) 243-3247 or email at rereyes@csudh.edu.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, the RFP appears to be open to qualified waste management firms with demonstrable experience in comprehensive waste collection and processing services. The procurement covers Los Angeles County and is specifically focused on California State University, Dominguez Hills' waste management needs. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation, and no specific budget range or award value is disclosed. Potential bidders will need to review the full RFP documentation to understand the precise qualifications, performance expectations, and potential contract value. The procurement suggests a comprehensive, multi-year waste management service contract that will require sophisticated waste stream management capabilities, environmental compliance, and robust operational infrastructure to meet the university's zero waste collection and processing objectives.