AS26-35 Solid Waste Management Plan for Utah

The State of Utah, through its Division of Purchasing and the Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control, is soliciting statements of qualifications to develop a comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan under Solicitation Number AS26-35. This procurement is structured as a Request for Statements of Qualifications (RFSQ) to select a Design Professional Service Provider or Consultant pursuant to Utah Procurement Code 63G-6a Part 15. Interested vendors are required to submit qualifications without pricing information by the deadline of January 6, 2026, with the overall contract extending through July 15, 2026. The vendor offering the highest-ranked qualifications based on evaluation criteria—including management competency, past performance, personnel experience, and firm experience, each given equal weight—will be invited to negotiate a contract with terms that are fair and reasonable. Should negotiations fail with the highest-ranked vendor, the State reserves the right to proceed with negotiations with the next highest-ranked offeror. Key contractual terms focus on compliance with Utah laws and regulations, including employment verification through E-Verify, prohibition against participation in economic boycotts (notably including the boycott of Israel), and adherence to anti-forced labor statutes. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to deadlines with the clause “Time is of the essence” and requires work to be performed in alignment with the detailed scope of work, which involves creating a customized, comprehensive waste management plan addressing the State's operational and regulatory requirements. Contractors must undergo a background check before accessing state premises and comply with employment and audit record retention policies. Deliveries are F.O.B. destination with risk and responsibility retained by the contractor until acceptance by the State. Confidentiality provisions allow for protection of trade secrets, but only to the extent allowed under Utah public records law. The procuring process assigns significant importance to technical merit rather than price alone, with contract award contingent on negotiation of fair and reasonable compensation. Vendors must also certify compliance with specific ethical standards, notify the State of any debarment status changes, and secure prior approval for publicity related to the contract. The solicitation sets a page limit of 25 pages for proposals and incorporates State of Utah standard terms and conditions, ensuring a contract framework that supports transparent, lawful, and accountable performance of services within the State’s waste management objectives.