Regulated Medical Waste Collection and Transportation

The contract entails the routine and urgent collection, handling, and transportation of regulated medical, biohazardous, and infectious waste from the Chemawa Indian Health Center located in Salem, Oregon, with a zip code of 97305. Services must include monthly and annual pickups, ensuring all waste is securely contained in compliant, approved containers that meet federal and state regulatory standards. Transportation must be conducted under secure conditions to an authorized disposal facility, maintaining chain-of-custody and adherence to all applicable environmental and public health regulations. The work is designated as a subcontract under the Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise set-aside, specifically reserved for small businesses owned and operated by Native Americans, as defined by the Department of the Interior and Indian Health Service. The solicitation was posted on May 11, 2026, with responses due by June 3, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 562112 for medical waste treatment and disposal. Performance is exclusively tied to the Chemawa Indian Health Center site, and the contracting entity falls under the Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Service. While no point of contact is listed, the contract structure prioritizes participation by eligible Indian small businesses, reflecting federal commitments to tribal economic development and healthcare infrastructure support. All service providers must demonstrate compliance with environmental safety protocols and operational reliability to ensure uninterrupted waste management for the health center.