Walker County Debris Removal

Walker County, Texas is seeking competitive bids from qualified contractors to provide disaster debris removal and lawful disposal services, primarily in preparation for hurricane events. The contract, designated as C2360-26-006, will span five years with an initial term from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, and includes provisions for annual reviews and potential extensions up to six months. The scope encompasses timely debris collection from public rights-of-way and critical infrastructure, transportation to designated temporary storage or disposal sites, and compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental, safety, and FEMA reimbursement guidelines. The project emphasizes FEMA Public Assistance eligibility, requiring detailed documentation, load tickets, and adherence to FEMA, OSHA, EPA, and Texas regulations. The contract size ranges from five to twenty million dollars, with payment based on verified load tickets and unit prices submitted in the bid. Key contractual clauses incorporate governing law under Texas statutes, the Uniform Commercial Code, and FEMA requirements, with the County reserving rights to modify scope via signed change orders. Insurance, warranties, and performance guarantees are mandated, including a minimum one-year warranty and insurance certificates prior to work commencement. The contract is non-exclusive, allowing Walker County to engage multiple vendors, and emphasizes compliance, safety, and conflict of interest disclosures through attachments such as conflict questionnaires, interested parties certifications, and House Bill 89 verifications. Final inspection and acceptance are performed by the County Judge or designee at the project site, with work continuing until formal approval. Payment procedures involve detailed invoicing, retention, and FEMA reimbursement, with the County acting as the primary payment office. The solicitation, posted on July 29, 2025, requires sealed bids by August 21, 2025, with proposals including detailed experience, references, certifications, and rate schedules, and must be submitted to the Walker County Purchasing Office. The contract emphasizes FEMA compliance, safety standards, and the need for detailed documentation and certifications from bidders to ensure eligibility and proper performance throughout the contract term.