Hazardous Waste Services

Chesterfield County, Virginia, is soliciting proposals under RFP26000181 for qualified firms to provide comprehensive hazardous waste services for Chesterfield County Public Schools. The scope of work includes the testing, packaging, removal, transportation, storage, treatment, and disposal of hazardous, non-hazardous, and universal waste materials. The selected contractor will also serve as a consultant for waste material management and must complete removal requests within ten days of notification. Key deliverables include the provision of DOT-approved 55-gallon drums and the submission of signed return manifests and certificates of disposal within thirty days of waste acceptance. Service frequencies vary by site, ranging from bimonthly pickups at convenience centers to semiannual services at main consolidation sites and quarterly lab pack services for special events. The procurement process involves evaluating offerors based on their demonstrated ability to perform services, staff qualifications, safety procedures, laboratory capabilities, and cost. The County intends to shortlist qualified firms for negotiations and may award the contract to two or more offerors. Proposals must include a detailed service description, a list of five references, laboratory certifications, and a completed pricing schedule for 56 line items, including flammable liquids, pesticides, and fluorescent lamps. The submission deadline was extended via Addendum 3 to September 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Contractors are required to maintain appropriate insurance, adhere to strict data security and confidentiality standards for student information, and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements for waste transportation and disposal.