Trash Collection, Hauling, and Disposal Services in Riverside County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is soliciting bids for solicitation number 08A4064 to provide scheduled and on-call trash collection, hauling, and disposal services at the Indio Maintenance Station in Riverside County. The contract is estimated to run from February 22, 2027, through February 21, 2030. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, equipment, and bins, adhering to specific waste disposal regulations including Senate Bill 1383. Services are generally required Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with potential on-call requirements for weekends and holidays. The agreement will be awarded to the responsible bidder who submits the lowest bid meeting all specifications. Bidders must provide a valid California DMV Motor Carrier Permit and several certifications, including the Bid/Bidder Certification Sheet, Contractor Certification Clauses, and the Darfur Contracting Act Certification. A five percent preference is available for certified Small or Micro businesses, capped at 50,000 dollars, with a total combined incentive cap of 100,000 dollars. Required insurance includes automobile liability and workers compensation, both with minimum limits of 1,000,000 dollars. Bids must be submitted via mail or hand-delivery by November 19, 2026, as electronic submissions are not accepted.