CLASS B AQUEOUS FILM-FORMING FOAM (AFFF) REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL

The City of Santa Monica Fire Department is soliciting bids for the complete removal, cleaning, and off-site disposal of Class B Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) from twelve designated vehicles, including ten Type 1 Engines, one Aircraft Rescue Crash Apparatus, and one Aircraft Rescue Utility, totaling 672 gallons of tank capacity. The selected vendor must isolate and remove all PFAS and PFOA from tanks, plumbing, and valves, ensuring all cleaning and flushes comply with EPA Method 537 for vehicles and EPA Method 1633 for rinsate. All waste must be transported to a designated hazardous waste facility outside the City of Santa Monica, with the vendor providing final laboratory analysis, compliance reports, and detailed waste tracking waybills. The solicitation, posted on October 21, 2026, requires electronic submissions via the City's online vendor portal by November 4, 2026. Award decisions will be based on the best bidder, evaluating factors such as service quality, bidder experience, financial resources, and delivery time, rather than solely on the lowest price. Requirements for bidders include the submission of a payment bond, non-discrimination and non-collusion declarations, and certifications regarding debarment. Additionally, contractors must comply with the Oaks Initiative for public benefits exceeding 25,000 dollars and adhere to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. All services are provided F.O.B. destination, and the City maintains absolute discretion over the final acceptance of the work.