International Trash Handling Services at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

The Port of Seattle is soliciting bids under Invitation to Bid 26-91 for International Trash Handling Services at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The selected vendor will be responsible for the collection, assembly, and off-site transport of waste materials from international flights, ensuring strict compliance with USDA regulations to prevent the spread of foreign pests and diseases. Key operational requirements include preparing eight waste boxes daily using specific 3-mil liners and zip ties, labeling each box as Foreign Garbage or International Waste, and ensuring all waste is transported off-site within 120 hours for treatment via incinerator or steam autoclave. The contract consists of a three-year base period with two optional one-year extensions. Award will be granted to the lowest priced, responsive, and responsible bidder. Interested parties must submit a bid form, an entity information sheet, and a pricing schedule via email by September 17, 2026. The successful bidder must obtain SIDA security badging and provide a comprehensive safety plan within three days of the Notice of Intent to Award. The contract emphasizes adherence to non-discrimination authorities, environmental responsibility, and worker safety standards. Payments are processed within 30 days of receiving an accurate invoice, and the Port reserves the right to withhold payment for unsatisfactory performance.