Request for Proposal for Hazardous Waste Removal and Disposal Services

The City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District are soliciting proposals under RFP #26/27-005 for hazardous waste removal and disposal services. The scope of work involves the removal, transportation, and disposal of various hazardous materials, including absorbents, batteries, aerosol cans, automotive fluids, and paints, as well as the emptying of bulk automotive fluids from above-ground storage tanks. The contractor is responsible for the handling and loading of waste drums, providing proper California Haz-Mat labeling, and managing the Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest process. All services must adhere to federal EPA and OSHA guidelines, and drivers must hold a California commercial driver's license with hazardous waste endorsements. The contract term runs from January 2025 through June 30, 2028, with options to renew in one-year increments for up to six additional years. The selection process is based on a best-value approach, weighting supplier expertise, quality of services, and alignment with City needs at 30% each, with cost accounting for 10%. Proposals must be submitted electronically via PlanetBids by September 8, 2026. Awardees must maintain significant insurance coverage, including 2 million dollars for commercial general liability and automobile liability, and 1 million dollars for employer's liability. Payment is based on firm fixed pricing, with monthly invoicing and a 30-day payment term for undisputed amounts. Additionally, the services are designated as public works, requiring compliance with California prevailing wage laws.