Refuse and Trash Collection, Removal, and Disposal Services DINOSAUR VALLEY SP

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is soliciting bids under solicitation number 802-27-79800 for refuse and trash collection, removal, and disposal services at Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, Texas. The scope of work includes routine weekly collection for 19 four-cubic-yard containers over a 24-month base period, with options for additional pick-up trips, adjustable container quantities, and various roll-off container services ranging from 6 to 30 cubic yards. The contract may be extended for up to two additional twelve-month periods upon mutual agreement. Bids are due by August 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time and must be submitted via email or physical mail to the TPWD Purchasing and Contracting office in Austin. Award will be based on a best-value trade-off methodology considering price, qualifications, experience, delivery schedules, and life cycle costs, while past performance is evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Contractors must provide leak-proof, rodent-resistant, and color-coded containers that comply with TPWD specifications and environmental standards. Compliance requirements include adherence to OSHA, the Clean Air Act, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and various Texas Government Code provisions, including E-Verify and cybersecurity training. Required submission documents include a signed IFB form, a company profile, and three project references. Invoices are processed through state-appropriated funds and must be submitted to the TPWD Accounts Payable office.