Hazardous Waste Disposal Services in Orange County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids for hazardous, biological, and environmentally regulated waste management services in Orange County under solicitation 12A2394. The selected contractor will provide on-call services including bin rental, delivery, pickup, removal, transport, and final disposal or recycling of various waste types, such as petroleum-based asphalt, contaminated soil, and treated wood waste. Key technical responsibilities include waste assessment, sampling, lab testing with a 48-hour turnaround, and ensuring all packaging and labeling comply with CCR Title 22 and DTSC standards. The contract is estimated to run from November 2, 2026, through November 1, 2029, with services performed during normal business hours. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide a Class A General Engineering license and a valid Motor Carrier Permit from the DMV. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Required documentation includes several certifications, such as the Iran Contracting Act, Darfur Contracting Act, and California Civil Rights Laws certifications. Caltrans has established a 25 percent Small Business participation goal and offers incentives for certified Small or Micro Businesses. Bids must be mailed or hand-delivered by October 8, 2026. Payment is based on approved monthly invoices, with a potential withholding of 10,000 dollars if the DOT ADM-3059 form is not submitted with the final invoice.