IFB - Hazardous Waste Disposal Services in San Diego and Imperial Counties.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids under IFB 11A4303 for on-call hazardous waste disposal services within San Diego and Imperial Counties. The contract, with an estimated performance period from October 26, 2026, to October 25, 2029, requires the contractor to provide comprehensive pick-up, removal, packaging, transport, and legal disposal or recycling of various waste streams. These include hazardous, universal, and biological wastes, as well as specific materials such as petroleum-based asphalt, lead-containing paint chips, and used batteries. All services must be performed at District 11 Maintenance and CHP Facilities during normal business hours, and disposal must occur at Department of Toxic Substances Control permitted facilities, preferably within California. To be eligible, bidders must possess a Class A General Engineering license, HAZ-Certification, a Motor Carrier Permit, and various registrations from the CHP, US DOT PHMSA, CalEPA/DTSC, and Cal Recycle. Personnel must hold valid 40-hour HAZWOPER and Confined Space Entry certifications. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a 5% preference given to certified Small Businesses or Microbusinesses. Bidders must submit their proposals by September 10, 2026, including all required certifications and licenses. Payment is based on itemized unit pricing for labor and materials, and for sump work, the submission of certified payroll records is mandatory for payment.