Septic Tank and Vault Toilet Pumping for Kodachrome Basin State Park

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing, specifically for the Division of Parks and Recreation, issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #AS18023 for septic tank and vault toilet pumping services at Kodachrome Basin State Park. The procurement seeks a comprehensive contractor to manage pumping services for seven separate tanks and toilets with varying annual maintenance frequencies, including locations such as the Visitors Center, Oasis Restroom, Basin Campground, Laundromat, two CXT Vault Toilets, and Employee Housing. The contract requires the selected vendor to handle all maintenance aspects, including equipment, supervision, transportation, labor, and waste disposal, with dumping fees being the contractor's responsibility. Tanks range from 1,000 to 2,500 gallon capacities, with pumping frequencies of once annually, twice annually, or every other year depending on the specific location. The solicitation was electronically issued through SciQuest, with bid opening on 7/21/2017 at 8:30 AM MST and closing on 8/4/2017 at 2:00 PM MST.

The procurement did not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Bidders were required to maintain applicable professional licenses and be registered with the Utah State Division of Corporations. The contract was ultimately awarded to Red Rock Sanitation for a five-year term. While specific budget ranges were not detailed in the provided documentation, the contract encompasses comprehensive maintenance services for multiple septic and vault toilet systems within the state park. Potential bidders were required to provide comprehensive company information and demonstrate capability to meet the technical and operational requirements of the contract. The procurement process emphasized electronic submission and compliance with state purchasing regulations, suggesting a competitive and structured approach to vendor selection.