IFB 10222573 - Portable Toilet Rentals and Septic Holding Tank Pumping Services

The California Department of Water Resources is soliciting bids for portable toilet rentals and septic holding tank pumping services within the Delta Field Division's South Bay jurisdiction, covering Contra Costa, Alameda, Santa Clara, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus counties. The contractor will be responsible for providing and maintaining various units, including standard chemical toilets, ADA-compliant units, hand wash stations, and luxury trailers, as well as performing pumping services for DWR-owned toilets and septic tanks of various capacities. Key performance requirements include weekly cleaning and replenishment of supplies, responsible sewage disposal per state and local regulations, and ensuring all hardware remains functional and presentable at the contractor's expense. The contract is anticipated to start on March 15, 2027, and will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Evaluation includes a five percent calculation preference for certified Small Businesses and Minority Businesses, as well as a preference for non-small businesses that subcontract at least twenty-five percent of the work to a California certified Small Business. Bidders must meet a minimum Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation goal of three percent and provide several certifications, including a Generative AI disclosure and a Recycled Content Certification. Invoices are to be submitted monthly in arrears and are paid within 45 days of receipt.