District-wide Portable Restroom Facilities & Services

The Kern High School District is soliciting bids for district-wide portable restroom facilities and services to support construction, sporting, and special events. The contract begins on October 1, 2026, and runs through September 30, 2027, with the possibility of four additional one-year extensions. The scope of work includes the rental, delivery, and maintenance of standard and handicap-accessible portable restroom skid units, with or without lighting. All unit pricing is based on a 28-day period. The selected contractor must provide daily waste removal and cursory inspections before events start and must respond to emergency service requests within one hour. Bidders are required to submit a completed bid schedule and a copy of their Environmental Health Permit by September 30, 2026. Compliance requirements include adhering to ADA standards and providing Material Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous substances per California General Order 5194. The contractor must maintain public liability and property damage insurance of at least 1,000,000 dollars per occurrence, as well as required workers compensation coverage. Payment is processed monthly within 45 days of receipt of a satisfactory invoice, and the agreement may be terminated by either party with 30 days written notice. Price escalations for contract extensions are capped at 5% and require justification.