IFB 2026-4092 Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste Removal, Transport and Destruction Services for the Southern California facilities

The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) is soliciting bids for the secure pickup, transportation, and destruction of hazardous and non-hazardous waste from its Southern California facilities in Santa Fe Springs. The scope of work includes the removal of various cannabis products and hazardous materials, such as liquid cannabis and nicotine pods containing lithium-ion batteries. Services are estimated to be required monthly or on an as-needed basis during normal business hours. The contract term begins November 16, 2026, and runs through June 30, 2027, with two optional one-year extensions available through June 30, 2029. Award will be granted to the lowest responsible responsive bidder based on the rate per pound of net weight processed. Contractors must maintain specific certifications, including registration with the Department of Toxic Substances Control, a valid Commercial Motor Carrier Permit from the California DMV, and a safety record report from the California Highway Patrol. Additionally, hazardous waste must be handled by a permitted Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility (TSDF). Required insurance includes a minimum of $1,000,000 per incident and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, with pollution coverage verified via an MCS-90 form. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package including a rate sheet, bidder certifications, and proof of licensing. Strict adherence to submission guidelines is required, including the use of single-sided printing for physical copies to avoid being deemed non-responsive. The contractor is responsible for providing a complete chain-of-custody record and a Certificate of Disposal and Destruction for all materials. Payment is based on net weight and is subject to a budget contingency clause, meaning the agreement may be terminated if sufficient funds are not appropriated by the State.