Trash and Recycling Services in San Joaquin County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) Number 10A2780 for comprehensive trash and recycling services in San Joaquin County, specifically targeting two locations in Stockton. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide waste management services involving multiple bin types and sizes, including two 5-cubic yard general trash bins with twice-weekly pickup, two 4-cubic yard recycling bins with weekly pickup, a 95-gallon organic recycling bin with weekly pickup, a 10-cubic yard recycling roll-off bin serviced eight times annually, and a 20-cubic yard general trash roll-off bin serviced four times annually. Bidders must possess a valid Motor Carrier Permit from the California Department of Motor Vehicles and demonstrate compliance with mandatory organic waste recycling requirements under Senate Bill 1383. The bid is due on July 31, 2025, with a proposed award date of August 11, 2025, and a contract term spanning from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2028. Evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the contract to be awarded based on comprehensive bid documentation, including proposal details, certification sheets, and proof of required permits.

The solicitation includes significant small business and disabled veteran enterprise considerations, with a state-mandated 25% Small Business (SB) participation goal and a 5% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive applied to bid evaluation. While DVBE participation is not mandatory, certified small businesses may receive preferential treatment during the selection process. Bidders must submit detailed documentation and may face financial penalties for non-compliance with reporting requirements. The contract does not specify a precise award value or budget range, but interested vendors should be prepared to provide comprehensive waste management services with potential annual contract values likely falling within standard municipal waste management pricing structures. Potential contractors should note the emphasis on regulatory compliance, particularly regarding organic waste recycling regulations, and be prepared to demonstrate technical capability and financial stability to meet the three-year contract requirements.