Refuse and Trash Collection, Removal and Disposal Services Meridian State Park

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is soliciting bids for refuse and trash collection, removal, and disposal services at Meridian State Park in Meridian, Texas. Under solicitation number 802-27-79929, the selected contractor will provide labor, equipment, and materials to manage waste services, including the provision of four-cubic-yard and three-cubic-yard containers, roll-off services, and additional on-call pick-ups. The contract requires the use of leak-proof, rodent-resistant, and color-coded containers that must be kept free of graffiti and advertising. All services must comply with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as well as Texas state laws and OSHA standards. The award will be based on the best value to the agency, prioritizing the lowest price followed by the contractor's qualifications, experience, service schedule, and past performance. Bidders must submit a single-volume response including a company profile and a list of past projects with references by August 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Key contractual obligations include mandatory use of the E-Verify system, adherence to the Buy Texas requirement, and the maintenance of specific insurance coverages from A.M. Best A-rated carriers. Payment is processed via state warrants within 30 days of invoice acceptance, and the agency retains the option to extend the contract for an additional 12-month period.