Tire Disposal Services

Hillsborough County, Florida, is soliciting competitive sealed bids under solicitation ITB-26-00424 for the disposal, periodic transportation, and removal of waste tires from the Northwest Transfer Station, Southeast County Landfill, and South County Transfer Station. The project has an estimated value of $1,635,000.00 for a three-year performance period. The scope includes the handling of passenger, light truck, commercial, OTR, and rubberized track tires. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with compensation based solely on tonnage. Unit prices are subject to annual adjustments based on the U.S. Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers. The selected contractor must maintain an active FDEP permit as a Waste Tire Collector and ensure all tires are transported to FDEP-approved processing and recycling facilities in compliance with Rule 62-711. Operational requirements include providing removal services within two business days of a request and utilizing tarped open trailers or roll-off transfer trailers. Contractors must adhere to strict insurance standards, including A.M. Best ratings of A-, Class 7 or better, and comply with Florida Statutes regarding E-Verify and prohibitions against contracting with scrutinized companies. Payment is processed within 45 days of a proper invoice, following a 15-day approval window by the Project Manager.