Trash and Recycle Pickup and Disposal Services in Marysville, California.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB #32A0287) for trash and recycle pickup and disposal services in Marysville, located in Yuba County. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive waste management services, specifically involving the furnishing and emptying of two 3-cubic yard waste containers and one 3-cubic yard recyclable material container. Services are required twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays between 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM at the Caltrans District 3 Division of Equipment facility at 981 North Beale Road. Key qualifications for bidders include possessing a valid Motor Carrier Permit from the California DMV and maintaining required insurance coverage, which includes $1 million per occurrence commercial general liability, $1 million automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance. The contract is structured for a two-year term from June 1, 2016 through May 31, 2018, with critical procurement deadlines including written questions due by April 29, 2016 at 5:00 PM, bid submissions due May 5, 2016 at 2:15 PM, and a bid opening at 3:00 PM the same day.

The procurement includes specific small business participation requirements, with a 25% Small Business participation goal and available Small Business and Microbusiness preferences. While no mandatory Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) goal exists, DVBE participation is encouraged with potential incentives ranging from 1-5% based on participation levels. Pricing for the contract must be comprehensive, covering all aspects including labor, equipment, materials, disposal fees, taxes, and associated service costs. The bid does not specify a precise contract value or budget range, but requires all-inclusive pricing from potential contractors. Bidders will need to demonstrate their capability to provide consistent, reliable waste management services while meeting the specified small business participation objectives. The procurement appears designed to provide flexible, efficient waste disposal services for the Caltrans District 3 facility, with an emphasis on supporting small and diverse business participation in the contracting process.