IFB 01A6606 Trash Pickup in Humboldt County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking bids for a fixed-price contract to provide comprehensive trash collection, hauling, and disposal services across multiple maintenance stations in Humboldt County, California, under solicitation number 01A6606. The contractor is responsible for supplying all labor, equipment, trash bins, transportation, and incidentals, as well as paying all associated costs including disposal fees and taxes. Services include weekly collection for 20 cubic yard bins at 19 specified locations with varying frequencies—156 pickups annually at major stations and 36 pickups at smaller sites—plus on-call pickups as needed, along with monthly recycling collection. The contract period is estimated to run from November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2029, contingent on legislative funding availability and approval by the Department of General Services. Compliance with state regulations is mandatory, particularly Senate Bill 1383, which mandates organic waste recycling, and Title 14, CCR Section 18981.2, governing waste disposal operations. The contractor must also ensure worksites remain clean after service and adhere to all applicable safety and environmental standards. Award will be made using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, meaning the contract goes to the lowest-priced bidder whose proposal meets all mandatory requirements for responsiveness and responsibility. Price adjustments are available for certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (up to a 5% preference) and small businesses, but no technical or performance evaluations will override price as the determining factor. Bidders must submit a completed Bid Proposal (ADM-1412), valid certifications including California Civil Rights Laws and Darfur Contracting Act declarations, proof of motor carrier permit, insurance naming the State as an additional insured, and other required documentation specified in Attachment 2. All submissions must be made by May 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time through Caltrans’ official procurement portal. Invoicing must be submitted manually in triplicate with detailed line items including agreement numbers, service dates, locations, bin counts, and disposal receipts to PO Box 3777, Eureka, CA. The contractor must maintain all licenses and permits throughout the contract term, encrypt state data on portable devices, report any cybersecurity breaches immediately, and ensure their project manager serves as the primary liaison with Caltrans. No electronic invoicing systems like WAWF or IPP are used, and