Disaster Debris Clearance and Removal Services

The Town of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 323-P27-05 for emergency disaster debris clearance and removal services. The scope of work includes the cleanup, demolition, removal, and disposal of debris resulting from natural or manmade disasters across Town-owned properties, public rights-of-way, parks, and alleys. This is an on-demand contract activated only upon a qualifying disaster event, requiring contractors to demonstrate experience managing projects exceeding 150,000 cubic yards. Proposals are due by August 25, 2026, and will be evaluated based on a weighted system considering qualifications, experience, mobilization plans, price, and past performance, with the award granted to the proposal most advantageous to the Town. The contract mandates strict adherence to FEMA Public Assistance Program guidelines, 2 CFR Part 200, and OSHA safety standards. Key requirements include the submission of performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract cost within 10 days of activation, compliance with E-Verify, and adherence to the Build America Buy America Act. Pricing is based on a unit rate structure for vegetative and construction and demolition debris, categorized by haul distances ranging from 0 to 120 miles. The Town maintains primary authority for inspection and acceptance, utilizing a load ticket system at both origin and destination sites to verify quantities. Contractors must also provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability and cyber liability, and grant full audit access to federal and state authorities.