Transportation of Hazardous Waste

The contract involves the transportation of packaged hazardous waste from USMARC to approved off-site disposal facilities, requiring full compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing hazardous materials. Transportation must include detailed route planning to minimize risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and avoid populated areas where feasible. All vehicles used must meet strict safety and environmental standards, be properly marked and equipped for hazardous materials, and be maintained in operational readiness at all times. Drivers and support staff must be trained, certified, and prepared to handle emergencies, with immediate access to response protocols, spill containment equipment, and coordination procedures with local emergency services. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 484220, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the SBA. The opportunity was posted on June 25, 2026, with a response deadline of July 8, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time. Performance is required to begin at the Clay Center, Nebraska location with zip code 68933, though specific pickup and drop-off points may vary based on waste generation schedules. The contracting activity is under the USDA ARS AFM APD, and while no point of contact is listed, all proposals must adhere to the requirements outlined in the solicitation and demonstrate proven experience in hazardous waste logistics, regulatory compliance, and emergency response capabilities.