Biohazardous Waste Removal Services

Hillsborough County, Florida, is soliciting competitive sealed bids under ITB-26-00414 for a qualified contractor to provide biohazardous waste removal and disposal services for a five-year period. The services will support Fire Rescue, the Pet Resources Department, Public Utilities, and the Medical Examiner’s Office, with an estimated project value of $178,807.86. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, and materials, including leak-proof containers marked with universal biological hazard symbols and the text bio-waste on at least two sides. All operations must comply with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards, Florida Statutes 381.0098, and Chapter 64E-16 of the Florida Administrative Code. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who submits an offer for all line items. Key deliverables include the provision of a training DVD for new employees and the submission of certified weight tickets with all invoices. The contractor must maintain extensive insurance coverages, including Commercial General Liability, Professional Liability, Cyber Liability, and Pollution Liability, among others. Additional requirements include certification of a drug-free workplace, adherence to E-Verify and ADA accessibility standards, and the ability to respond to service requests within one business day. Bids must be submitted via the County's electronic bidding system by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. ET.