Vehicle Recycling Program Dismantling, Recycling and Disposal Service of Passenger, Commercial and Recreational Vehicles

The Los Angeles Police Commission is soliciting proposals for a qualified recycling facility or scrap yard to provide citywide dismantling, salvage, and disposal services for passenger, commercial, and recreational vehicles, as well as boats and trailers. These vehicles are sourced from Official Police Garages within the City of Los Angeles. The selected contractor must manage the entire intake process, which includes verifying authorization from agencies like the LAPD or LADOT, recording gross vehicle weight, photographing vehicles for identification, and completing the dismantling process within 10 days of acquisition. All documentation and weights must be provided to the LAPD Commission Investigation Division for auditing and monitoring. Contractors must meet minimum qualifications regarding financial ability and experience in towing service operations. They are required to maintain valid City Business Tax Registration Certificates and permits from the DMV and the Bureau of Automotive Repair. The contract mandates strict adherence to OSHA safety standards and hazardous waste labeling and storage regulations. Key personnel must undergo Live Scan background checks, and the firm must comply with various City of Los Angeles ordinances, including the Living Wage, Equal Benefits, and First Source Hiring Ordinances. Business inclusion goals are set at 2 percent for Emerging Business Enterprises and 4 percent for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via email to pcrfp@lapd.online by December 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PST. Submissions must include a comprehensive business plan with an itemized price breakdown for dismantling services and a completed BIP Schedule A to be considered responsive. Selection is based on professional and demonstrated qualifications. The City maintains the right to conduct random audits and site inspections to ensure compliance with performance standards and regulatory requirements.